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Ghevar

Ghevar has 162.6 calories per serving (1 Large Piece) — that's 351.2 calories per 100g. It provides 1.6g protein, 18.3g carbs, and 9.2g fat. With a high glycemic index (GI: 71), It contains anti-inflammatory ingredients like turmeric and ginger.

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Ghevar
  • Serving Size 1 Large Piece (50 g)
  • Calories162.6 kcal
  • Carbs18.3 g (73.2 kcal)
  • Protein1.6 g (6.4 kcal)
  • Fats9.2 g (82.9 kcal)

Nutrition Label

Ghevar

  • Serving Size1 Large Piece (50 g)
  • Calories162.6 kcal
  • Carbs18.3 g
  • Fiber0.5 g
  • Sugar8.9 g
  • Protein1.6 g
  • Fat9.2 g
  • Saturated fat5.4 g
  • Mono unsaturated fat2.8 g
  • Poly unsaturated fat0.5 g
  • Cholesterol21.8 mg
  • Sodium1.3 mg

Nutrition per 100g

  • Calories351.2 kcal
  • Carbs39.6 g
  • Fiber1.1 g
  • Sugar19.2 g
  • Protein3.5 g
  • Fat19.9 g
  • Cholesterol47.1 mg
  • Sodium2.8 mg

1 serving = 46.3g

Cooking time: 15 minutes

Serves: 23 persons

Ingredients

Ghee clarified butter
1 Cup
Sugar
1 Cup
Refined wheat flour
1.5 Cup
Cardamom green
0.5 Tea Spoon
Almond
20 Grams
Whole buffalo milk
50 Milliliter
Water
2 Cup
Saffron
2 Grams

Instructions

1
Prepare the sugar syrup for Ghevar
To begin with, you need to prepare the sugar syrup with one-string consistency. Then, take a large wide bowl and add solidified ghee to it. Take one ice cube at a time and rub the ghee vigorously. Take more ice cubes as required till the ghee becomes very white in color.
2
Prepare the Ghevar batter
Add milk, flour, and one cup of water. Mix these ingredients to make a smooth batter. Dissolve food color in water and add to the batter. Add more water as required. The consistency of the batter should be fairly thin.
3
Cook the Ghevar
Then take an aluminum or steel cylindrical container. Fill half of the container with ghee. Heat it and once the ghee is hot enough, then take a 50 ml, glassful of the batter. Pour in the center of ghee, slowly in one continuous thread-like stream. Allow the foam to settle.
4
Dip the Ghevar in sugar syrup
Pour one more glassful in a hole formed in the centre. When the foam settles again, loosen the Ghevar with an iron skewer inserted in the hole. Lift carefully at a slant and place on wire mesh to drain. Keep hot syrup in a wide flat-bottomed container to fit in the Ghevar. Then, dip the Ghevar in it and remove it to drain out the excess syrup. Then, keep aside on a mesh. This will take out the extra syrup.
5
Cool the Ghevar and garnish with dry fruits
Alternatively, pour some syrup evenly all over, keeping Ghevar in a mesh placed over a container. Let it cool and settle down, then top it with edible silver foil. Splash a few drops of saffron milk, sprinkle some chopped dry fruits, and 1 tsp of cardamom powder. Serve it with savories

Glycemic Index

71 High
Low
Medium
High

Likely to produce a faster blood glucose rise; keep portions controlled and pair with protein/fiber.

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

NutrientGhevarKesar badam doodhKesar badam milkKesar Badam Paal
Calories162.6 kcal344.2 kcal344.2 kcal344.2 kcal
Carbs18.3 g29.1 g29.1 g29.1 g
Protein1.6 g10.2 g10.2 g10.2 g
Fat9.2 g20.8 g20.8 g20.8 g
Fiber0.5 g1.6 g1.6 g1.6 g
Sugar8.9 g21.7 g21.7 g21.7 g
Sodium1.3 mg66.8 mg66.8 mg66.8 mg
Cholesterol21.8 mg0 mg0 mg0 mg

Health Goals Suitability

Weight Loss

At 162.6 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

Higher glycemic index (GI: 71) means this can cause blood sugar spikes. The refined carbohydrates contribute to rapid glucose absorption. Diabetics should consume smaller portions and always pair with protein and fiber to slow digestion.

Muscle Gain

Low protein content (1.6g 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 (5.4g) is on the higher side. Reduce ghee/oil and use olive or mustard oil for healthier fats.

PCOS

Moderate-to-high GI (71) 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. The spices aid digestion, which can be sluggish in hypothyroidism.

Portion Guidance

Weight Loss

1 Large Piece (~46.3g) or slightly less. Pair with a high-fiber side like cucumber raita or salad to feel full on fewer kcal.

Muscle Gain

1 Large Piece (~46.3g) plus a protein-rich addition (100g paneer, 2 eggs, or 1 cup dal) to hit 25-30g protein per meal.

Diabetes

1 Large Piece (~46.3g). Pair with whole wheat roti (not rice) to lower glycemic load. Eat protein and fiber portions first, carbs last.

General

1 Large Piece (~46.3g) 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

Ghevar 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.

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 (325.1-487.7 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. Curcumin in turmeric has significant anti-inflammatory properties

    Hewlings SJ & Kalman DS (2017). Curcumin: A Review of Its Effects on Human Health. Foods.

    DOI: 10.3390/foods6100092
  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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