Hormone-Heal Barley Roti (Jau Roti)

Healthy Jau Roti Recipe

Ingredients (2 rotis):

• Barley flour (jau atta) – ½ cup

• Warm water – as required

• Rock salt – a pinch (optional)

• Ghee/cold-pressed oil – ½ tsp (optional, for softness)

Method:

1. Mix barley flour.

2. Add a pinch of salt and knead into a soft dough using warm water.

3. Rest the dough for 10–15 minutes.

4. Roll into rotis and cook on a hot tawa until golden brown, pressing lightly for even cooking.

5. Serve warm with vegetable curry, dal, or salad.

Benefits of Jau Roti

• Rich in Fibre – Supports digestion, prevents bloating & constipation

• Balances Blood Sugar – Low glycemic index, great for insulin resistance & PCOS

• Weight Management – Keeps you fuller for longer, prevents overeating

• Heart Friendly – Reduces cholesterol and supports cardiovascular health

• Hormonal Balance – Provides minerals like magnesium & selenium for better hormonal function

Approximate Nutritive Value (per 1 medium roti, ~50g dough)

• Calories: ~95 kcal

• Carbohydrates: ~20 g

• Protein: ~3 g

• Fat: ~0.5 g

• Fibre: ~3–4 g

• Calcium: ~15 mg

• Iron: ~1 mg

• Magnesium: ~20 mg