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Gohin moida appam

Gohin moida appam has 94.3 calories per serving (1 Medium Piece) — that's 231 calories per 100g. It provides 1.9g protein, 16.7g carbs, and 2.2g fat. With a low glycemic index (GI: 50), this recipe is suitable for weight loss, diabetes management, heart health and more. The 2.1g of dietary fiber per serving adds to its nutritional value. It contains anti-inflammatory ingredients like turmeric and ginger.

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Gohin moida appam
  • Serving Size 1 Medium Piece (40 g)
  • Calories94.3 kcal
  • Carbs16.7 g (67.0 kcal)
  • Protein1.9 g (7.7 kcal)
  • Fats2.2 g (19.6 kcal)

Nutrition Label

Gohin moida appam

  • Serving Size1 Medium Piece (40 g)
  • Calories94.3 kcal
  • Carbs16.7 g
  • Fiber2.1 g
  • Sugar4.9 g
  • Protein1.9 g
  • Fat2.2 g
  • Saturated fat1.4 g
  • Mono unsaturated fat0.1 g
  • Poly unsaturated fat0.1 g
  • Cholesterol0.0 mg
  • Sodium69.9 mg

Nutrition per 100g

  • Calories231.0 kcal
  • Carbs41.0 g
  • Fiber5.1 g
  • Sugar11.9 g
  • Protein4.7 g
  • Fat5.3 g
  • Cholesterol0.0 mg
  • Sodium171.2 mg

1 serving = 40.8g

Cooking time: 20 minutes

Serves: 18 persons

Ingredients

Coconut oil
2 Tea Spoon
Whole wheat flour
240 Grams
Banana ripe montham
200 Grams
Coconut kernel fresh
60 Grams
Jaggery cane
60 Grams
Salt
0.5 Tea Spoon
Water
100 Milliliter
Rice flour
60 Grams
Baking soda
1 Grams
Dried ginger powder
0.25 Tea Spoon

Instructions

1
Blend the ingredients
In a mixer or blender, take all the ingredients except coconut oil.Blend till smooth. Blend till you get a smooth consistency. Don't over do. Now pour the appam batter in a bowl and allow to rest for 15 minutes.
2
Prepare the appam
Heat a paniyaram chatti or appe pan. Add ½ to 1 teaspoon coconut oil in each mould. Instead of coconut oil you can also use ghee.
3
Prepare the appams
With a wooden/bamboo stick or skewer, turn over the appams which have become golden. Do this for the appams which have become golden. When the rest of the appams are golden, turn them over too and cook all of them till crisp and golden.
4
Serve hot
Even flip them once or twice back in the same mould for even cooking.Serve hot

Glycemic Index

50 Low
Low
Medium
High

Likely to produce a slower, steadier rise in blood glucose for most people.

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

NutrientGohin moida appamFinger millet appamRagi appamModak
Calories94.3 kcal183.1 kcal94.3 kcal115.2 kcal
Carbs16.7 g12.3 g17.1 g16.9 g
Protein1.9 g0.9 g1.5 g1.3 g
Fat2.2 g14.5 g2.2 g4.7 g
Fiber2.1 g1 g2.1 g1.1 g
Sugar4.9 g4.6 g4.7 g8.9 g
Sodium69.9 mg230.4 mg70.3 mg3.9 mg
Cholesterol0 mg0 mg0 mg1.3 mg

Health Goals Suitability

Weight Loss

At just 94.3 kcal per serving, this is an excellent choice for weight management.

Diabetes

With a low glycemic index of 50, this recipe supports stable blood sugar levels. The 2.1g fiber further slows glucose absorption.

Muscle Gain

Low protein content (1.9g 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

Zero cholesterol and low saturated fat (1.4g) make this heart-friendly. Anti-inflammatory ingredients benefit overall heart health. Low sodium content is ideal for blood pressure management.

PCOS

Low GI (50) with 2.1g fiber supports insulin sensitivity — key for PCOS management. Anti-inflammatory ingredients like turmeric and ginger are especially beneficial for PCOS. The high fiber content supports hormone balance by aiding estrogen metabolism.

Thyroid

No goitrogenic ingredients — generally safe for thyroid conditions. The spices aid digestion, which can be sluggish in hypothyroidism.

Portion Guidance

Weight Loss

1 Medium Piece (~40.8g). A light, kcal-friendly portion. Pair with roti or salad for a complete meal under 300 kcal.

Muscle Gain

1 Medium Piece (~40.8g) plus a protein-rich addition (100g paneer, 2 eggs, or 1 cup dal) to hit 25-30g protein per meal.

Diabetes

1 Medium Piece (~40.8g). Pair with whole wheat roti (not rice) to lower glycemic load. Eat protein and fiber portions first, carbs last.

General

1 Medium Piece (~40.8g) provides a balanced portion. Adjust based on your daily kcal target — track accurately in the Hint app.

Recipe Modifications

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

Gohin moida appam 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 (188.6-282.8 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. Low glycemic index foods help improve blood sugar control in people with diabetes

    Brand-Miller J et al. (2003). Low-glycemic index diets in the management of diabetes. Diabetes Care.

    DOI: 10.2337/diacare.26.8.2261
  2. 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
  3. Dietary fiber slows glucose absorption and reduces post-meal blood sugar spikes

    Weickert MO & Pfeiffer AFH (2008). Metabolic effects of dietary fiber consumption. Journal of Nutrition.

    DOI: 10.1093/jn/138.3.439
  4. 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

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