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Indian Food Diabetes Nutrition Values

If you are an Indian diagnosed with Diabetes, one of the first things that comes to mind is "How many carbs do the standard Indian dishes contain?". This article lists the carbs in some of the most popular Indian dishes. You must still follow the general principles of good diabetic eating which is avoid foods that are high in sugar and carbohydrate values such as rice and potatoes which are very high on the list of staple Indian diets. Tied to diabetes is the risk of heart disease so you must also ensure that you eat foods that are lower in fat and cholesterol.

It is recommended that most diabetics eat between 200-240 carbs/day or restrict their intake to 2000 calories or less. Most nutrition data will provide you nutrition information in terms of 15 g of carbs or 1 serving. The table below also provides the information in terms of 15g of carbs. It is recommended that most diabetics have around 45-60 grams of carbs for breakfast, lunch and dinner and 2-3 snacks a day of about 15 carbs. 

For product related nutritional information, see our Indian Food Nutrition Information Guide.

Rice and Vegetables

Indian Food Name	Measurment	Carbs (g)
Aloo-Baingan Mixed Vegetables	1/4 Cup	15
Aloo Curry	1/2 Cup	15
Aloo Methi	1/2 Cup	15
Bhindi (Okra)	2/3 Cup	15
Besan Kadi	1/2 Cup	15
Mutter Paneer	2/3 Cup	15
Rajmah	2/3 Cup	15
Vegetable Kofta Curry	1/2 Cup	15
Boiled Rice	1/3 Cup	15
Pulao	1/3 Cup	15
Khichari	1/2 Cup	15
Baingan Ka Bhartha	1/2 Cup	5
Chole	3/4 Cup	5
Kaddu Curry	1/3 Cup	5

Meat Curries

Indian Food Name	Measurement	Carbs (g)
Chicken Curry	1/2 Cup	15
Gosht Curry	1/2 Cup	15

Dals

Indian Food Name	Measurement	Carbs (g)
Chana Dal	1/2 Cup	15
Makhani Dal, low fat	1/2 Cup	15
Moong Dal	1/4 Cup	15
Masoor Dal	1/3 Cup	15
Urad Dal	1/2 Cup	15

Breads

Indian Food Name	Measurement	Carbs (g)
1 Chapati/Roti 7'' diameter	1	15
Dosa	1/3	15
Naan	1/3	15
Puri 5''	1	15

Snacks

Indian Food Name	Measurement	Carbs (g)
Aloo Samosa	1/2	15
Idli	1	15
Aloo Tikki	2	15

Sweets

Indian Food Name	Measurement	Carbs (g)
Rasgulla	1	15
Gulab Jamun	1/2	15
Kheer	1/2 Cup	15
Small Mango	1/2	15
Lassi	6 oz	15

* Please note that these are guidelines provided by a nutritionist and you should consult your doctor for the best diet for your specific needs. We wish all our readers the very best with the management of the diabetes.