Indian Cornbread

Elevate your bread basket with this flavorful Indian Cornbread, a fusion twist on a classic comfort food! Infused with warm spices like turmeric, cumin, and a hint of red chili, this cornbread is a savory delight that perfectly complements its golden crumb. Fresh cilantro and optional green chilies add a burst of aromatic freshness, making it a standout choice for any table. Made with a mix of fine-ground cornmeal and buttermilk for that perfect balance of tender and crumbly texture, it's baked to golden perfection in just 25 minutes. Serve this Indian Cornbread alongside hearty soups, spicy curries, or enjoy it by itself for a flavorful snack. Easy to prep and irresistibly unique, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Cornmeal (fine-ground)
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 2 tablespoons Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground turmeric
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.25 teaspoon Red chili powder (optional, for heat)
• 1 Egg
• 0.75 cup Buttermilk
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 Green chilies (finely chopped, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease an 8-inch square baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, turmeric, ground cumin, and red chili powder (if using). Mix well to evenly distribute the spices.

Step 3

In a separate medium-sized bowl, whisk together the egg, buttermilk, and melted butter until smooth.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Avoid overmixing, as this can make the cornbread dense.

Step 5

Gently fold in the chopped cilantro and green chilies (if using) to add a burst of flavor.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Allow the cornbread to cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes before cutting it into squares or wedges.

Step 9

Serve warm as a side dish with soups, curries, or enjoy it on its own with a dollop of butter.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	524.2 grams (524.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1397

Total Fat 62.40g	80%
Saturated Fat 34.80g	174%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.10g
Cholesterol 340mg	113%
Sodium 2159mg	94%
Total Carbohydrate 182.00g	66%
Dietary Fiber 11.40g	41%
Total Sugars 36.00g
Protein 27.70g	55%

Vitamin D 143IU	716%
Calcium 279mg	21%
Iron 8mg	44%
Potassium 679mg	14%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.1%

Protein: 7.9%

Carbs: 52.0%