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Arisi Puttu

Arisi Puttu has 223.8 calories per serving (1 Piece) — that's 221.6 calories per 100g. It provides 3.5g protein, 32.9g carbs, and 8.7g fat. With a medium glycemic index (GI: 56), The 2.3g of dietary fiber per serving adds to its nutritional value.

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Arisi Puttu
  • Serving Size 1 Piece (100 g)
  • Calories223.8 kcal
  • Carbs32.9 g (131.4 kcal)
  • Protein3.5 g (14.0 kcal)
  • Fats8.7 g (78.4 kcal)

Nutrition Label

Arisi Puttu

  • Serving Size1 Piece (100 g)
  • Calories223.8 kcal
  • Carbs32.9 g
  • Fiber2.3 g
  • Sugar1.2 g
  • Protein3.5 g
  • Fat8.7 g
  • Saturated fat5.6 g
  • Mono unsaturated fat0.5 g
  • Poly unsaturated fat0.1 g
  • Cholesterol0.0 mg
  • Sodium392.8 mg

Nutrition per 100g

  • Calories221.6 kcal
  • Carbs32.5 g
  • Fiber2.2 g
  • Sugar1.2 g
  • Protein3.5 g
  • Fat8.6 g
  • Cholesterol0.0 mg
  • Sodium388.9 mg

1 serving = 101g

Cooking time: 5 minutes

Serves: 5 persons

Ingredients

Coconut kernel fresh
100 Grams
Salt
1 Tea Spoon
Water
200 Grams
Rice flour
200 Grams

Instructions

1
For puttu mixture
Take rice flour in a mixing bowl or a pan. Add salt or as required. Now sprinkle ⅓ cup water all over.Begin to mix the rice flour with the water with your fingertips.Break all the tiny lumps in the flour with your fingertips. You can even grind this rice flour mixture in a grinder to break lumps
2
Preparation for Steaming puttu
Now pour water in the base vessel of the puttu kudam. Keep on the stove top and let it get heated.
3
Layering puttu
Meanwhile first place the perforated disc inside the cylindrical vessel. Then add fresh coconut in the cylindrical vessel of the puttu kudam and spread evenly. Then gently add the puttu flour till it reaches half of the cylindrical vessel.Again add 2 to 3 tablespoons of grated coconut and spread evenly. Then add the puttu flour again.Cover with the top lid.
4
Steaming
Place the cylindrical portion on top of the base vessel in which the water must have come to a boil. Steam puttu on medium flame till you see steam releasing from the top vents of the cylindrical vessel. Then switch off the flame.
5
Serving
Using a wooden skewer or the stick that accompanied the puttu kudam, remove the steamed puttu. Serve puttu hot or warm with kadala curry, veg stew or potato stew.

Glycemic Index

56 Medium
Low
Medium
High

Likely to produce a moderate blood glucose rise; pair with protein/fiber for better stability.

How to flatten the spike

  • Pair this dish with a protein source (dal, paneer, eggs, fish, or curd).
  • Add a fiber-rich side salad or non-starchy vegetables.
  • Avoid combining this with another high-carb side in the same meal.

Compare & Substitute

NutrientArisi PuttuFinger millet puttuIdiyappamModak
Calories223.8 kcal205.8 kcal61.7 kcal115.2 kcal
Carbs32.9 g27.7 g13.1 g16.9 g
Protein3.5 g3.6 g1.1 g1.3 g
Fat8.7 g9 g0.5 g4.7 g
Fiber2.3 g6.5 g0.1 g1.1 g
Sugar1.2 g1.4 g0 g8.9 g
Sodium392.8 mg392.8 mg65.3 mg3.9 mg
Cholesterol0 mg0 mg0 mg1.3 mg

Health Goals Suitability

Weight Loss

At 223.8 kcal per serving, this can fit into a weight loss diet with mindful portion control. Pair with a fiber-rich salad to improve satiety.

Diabetes

Moderate glycemic index (GI: 56). Adding a fiber-rich side dish can help moderate the blood sugar response.

Muscle Gain

Low protein content (3.5g per serving) — not sufficient alone for muscle building. Combine with high-protein sides like paneer, eggs, chicken, dal, or a protein shake to reach 25-30g protein per meal.

Heart Health

Watch your intake — saturated fat (5.6g) is on the higher side. Reduce ghee/oil and use olive or mustard oil for healthier fats.

PCOS

Moderate-to-high GI (56) can spike insulin — Women with PCOS should pair this with fiber-rich vegetables and a protein source to improve the insulin response. Consider replacing refined ingredients with whole grains or millets.

Thyroid

No goitrogenic ingredients — generally safe for thyroid conditions.

Portion Guidance

Weight Loss

1 Piece (~101g) or slightly less. Pair with a high-fiber side like cucumber raita or salad to feel full on fewer kcal.

Muscle Gain

1 Piece (~101g) plus a protein-rich addition (100g paneer, 2 eggs, or 1 cup dal) to hit 25-30g protein per meal.

Diabetes

1 Piece (~101g). Pair with whole wheat roti (not rice) to lower glycemic load. Eat protein and fiber portions first, carbs last.

General

1 Piece (~101g) provides a balanced portion. Adjust based on your daily kcal target — track accurately in the Hint app.

Recipe Modifications

Lower fat

Use low-fat paneer or reduce ghee/butter by half. Switch to a non-stick pan to minimize oil.

Boost protein

Add 50g paneer, a boiled egg, or a side of sprouted moong dal. Stirring in 1 tbsp of peanut butter also adds 4g protein.

Lower glycemic load

Replace refined flour (maida) with whole wheat atta, or swap white rice with brown rice or millets like jowar/bajra.

Make diabetes-friendly

Replace potato with cauliflower or bottle gourd. Add a squeeze of lemon — the acidity lowers glycemic response.

Meal prep friendly

Arisi Puttu stores well for 2-3 days refrigerated. Reheat on stovetop for best texture. Prepare ingredients in advance for quick weeknight cooking.

Common Mistakes

Using too much oil or ghee

Why it matters: Excess oil can double the calorie content without adding nutritional value.

Fix: Measure oil with a tablespoon instead of pouring freely. 1 tbsp = 120 kcal.

Adding salt without measuring

Why it matters: Excess sodium increases blood pressure risk. Indian cooking already uses salt-heavy ingredients like pickles and chutneys alongside.

Fix: Use ½ teaspoon salt and taste before adding more. Account for sodium from other meal components.

Not measuring serving size

Why it matters: The nutrition values are for 1 standard serving. Eating 2-3x the serving means 2-3x the kcal (447.6-671.5 kcal).

Fix: Use the Hint app to scan and log the exact portion you eat for accurate tracking.

Pairing with another high-GI food

Why it matters: Eating rice with another starchy dish doubles the glycemic load, causing sharp blood sugar spikes.

Fix: Choose one carb source per meal. Pair with roti instead of rice, or add a protein-rich side.

Frequently Asked Questions

Scientific References

  1. Increased dietary fiber intake is associated with lower body weight

    Slavin JL (2005). Dietary fiber and body weight. Nutrition.

    DOI: 10.1016/j.nut.2003.09.004
  2. Replacing saturated fats with unsaturated fats improves cardiovascular outcomes

    Sacks FM et al. (2017). Dietary Fats and Cardiovascular Disease: A Presidential Advisory. Circulation.

    DOI: 10.1161/CIR.0000000000000510
  3. Portion control is one of the most effective strategies for managing calorie intake and body weight

    Rolls BJ (2014). What is the role of portion control in weight management? International Journal of Obesity.

    DOI: 10.1038/ijo.2014.82

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