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Makka cutlet

Makka cutlet has 88.1 calories per serving (1 Medium Piece) — that's 202.4 calories per 100g. It provides 1.1g protein, 9.4g carbs, and 5.1g fat. With a high glycemic index (GI: 75), this recipe is suitable for heart health. It contains anti-inflammatory ingredients like turmeric and ginger.

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Makka cutlet
  • Serving Size 1 Medium Piece (40 g)
  • Calories88.1 kcal
  • Carbs9.4 g (37.4 kcal)
  • Protein1.1 g (4.4 kcal)
  • Fats5.1 g (46.3 kcal)

Nutrition Label

Makka cutlet

  • Serving Size1 Medium Piece (40 g)
  • Calories88.1 kcal
  • Carbs9.4 g
  • Fiber0.8 g
  • Sugar0.9 g
  • Protein1.1 g
  • Fat5.1 g
  • Saturated fat1.1 g
  • Mono unsaturated fat2.0 g
  • Poly unsaturated fat1.7 g
  • Cholesterol0.5 mg
  • Sodium122.4 mg

Nutrition per 100g

  • Calories202.4 kcal
  • Carbs21.5 g
  • Fiber1.8 g
  • Sugar2.1 g
  • Protein2.5 g
  • Fat11.8 g
  • Cholesterol1.3 mg
  • Sodium281.1 mg

1 serving = 43.6g

Cooking time: 20 minutes

Serves: 10 persons

Ingredients

Lime juice
1 Table Spoon
Potato
200 Grams
Corn raw
100 Grams
Coriander leaves
15 Grams
Ginger fresh
2 Grams
Rice bran oil
3 Table Spoon
Salt
0.5 Tea Spoon
Cumin powder
0.5 Tea Spoon
Red chilli powder
0.5 Tea Spoon
Coriander powder
0.5 Tea Spoon
chat masala
0.5 Tea Spoon
Rice flour
50 Grams

Instructions

1
Boil the corn and potatoes
First steam or cook the corn cob till the kernels are tender and cooked well. Remove the corn kernels with a knife and keep aside. You can steam or pressure cook both the corn cob and potatoes together. The potatoes have to be cooked completely till they fall apart.
2
Mix the spices
In a bowl or a small pan, take the corn kernels. Add chopped ginger, chopped green chilies, coriander leaves, chaat masala, red chili powder, lime juice & salt. Mix well and check the taste. Add more of the spices or salt if required.
3
Make patties
In another bowl, peel and then grate the boiled potatoes. Mash them with your hands or a potato masher. Add rice flour, cumin powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix and then form equal-sized balls from the mixture.
4
Stuffing And Shaping Corn Cutlet
Take each ball and flatten it on your palm. Place a few teaspoons of corn stuffing in the center. Bring the edges in the center and cover the stuffing. Shape with your palms into medium or large patties/tikkis. Before stuffing & shaping the patties, apply some oil to your palms. The oil gets rid of the stickiness if any from the potato mixture. Make all the cutlets this way.
5
Frying the cutlet
Heat oil in a tava/griddle or frying pan till medium hot. You can either shallow fry or fry with less oil. Place the stuffed corn cutlet in the medium hot oil. Turn over gently with a spatula and fry the other side. Flip a couple of times to get an even golden color and crisp texture. Remove them on a paper kitchen napkin to remove excess oil.
6
Serve it
Serve corn cutlet hot with coriander chutney or tomato sauce or mint chutney.

Glycemic Index

75 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

NutrientMakka cutletMattan KattletMutton cutletSoya cutlet
Calories88.1 kcal87.7 kcal87.7 kcal118 kcal
Carbs9.4 g4.7 g4.7 g11 g
Protein1.1 g4.1 g4.1 g9.6 g
Fat5.1 g5.8 g5.8 g4 g
Fiber0.8 g0.5 g0.5 g2.6 g
Sugar0.9 g0.4 g0.4 g0.2 g
Sodium122.4 mg106.7 mg106.7 mg120.6 mg
Cholesterol0.5 mg14.4 mg14.4 mg0.4 mg

Health Goals Suitability

Weight Loss

At 88.1 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: 75) 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 (1.1g 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

Low cholesterol (0.5mg) and low saturated fat (1.1g) make this heart-friendly. Anti-inflammatory ingredients benefit overall heart health. Low sodium content is ideal for blood pressure management.

PCOS

Moderate-to-high GI (75) 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 iron content supports thyroid hormone production. The spices aid digestion, which can be sluggish in hypothyroidism.

Portion Guidance

Weight Loss

1 Medium Piece (~43.6g). A light, kcal-friendly portion. Pair with roti or salad for a complete meal under 300 kcal.

Muscle Gain

1 Medium Piece (~43.6g) plus a protein-rich addition (100g paneer, 2 eggs, or 1 cup dal) to hit 25-30g protein per meal.

Diabetes

1 Medium Piece (~43.6g). Pair with whole wheat roti (not rice) to lower glycemic load. Eat protein and fiber portions first, carbs last.

General

1 Medium Piece (~43.6g) 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

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

Common Mistakes

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 (176.3-264.4 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. Dietary iron from diverse food sources helps prevent iron deficiency anemia

    WHO (2001). Iron deficiency anaemia: assessment, prevention, and control. World Health Organization.

    DOI: WHO/NHD/01.3
  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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