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Mattan Mandi

Mattan Mandi has 288.3 calories per serving (1 Medium Cup) — that's 136.1 calories per 100g. It provides 12.5g protein, 37.2g carbs, and 9.9g fat. With a medium glycemic index (GI: 58), this recipe is suitable for heart health. The 2.2g of dietary fiber per serving adds to its nutritional value. It contains anti-inflammatory ingredients like turmeric and ginger.

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Mattan Mandi
  • Serving Size 1 Medium Cup (200 g)
  • Calories288.3 kcal
  • Carbs37.2 g (148.9 kcal)
  • Protein12.5 g (49.9 kcal)
  • Fats9.9 g (89.5 kcal)

Nutrition Label

Mattan Mandi

  • Serving Size1 Medium Cup (200 g)
  • Calories288.3 kcal
  • Carbs37.2 g
  • Fiber2.2 g
  • Sugar1.3 g
  • Protein12.5 g
  • Fat9.9 g
  • Saturated fat2.9 g
  • Mono unsaturated fat3.9 g
  • Poly unsaturated fat2.3 g
  • Cholesterol35.2 mg
  • Sodium171.5 mg

Nutrition per 100g

  • Calories136.1 kcal
  • Carbs17.6 g
  • Fiber1.0 g
  • Sugar0.6 g
  • Protein5.9 g
  • Fat4.7 g
  • Cholesterol16.6 mg
  • Sodium80.9 mg

1 serving = 211.8g

Cooking time: 30 minutes

Serves: 11 persons

Ingredients

Olive oil
1 Table Spoon
Sunflower oil
2 Table Spoon
Lemon juice
2 Tea Spoon
Raisins dried golden
1 Tea Spoon
Chillies green - all varieties
10 Grams
Onion small
200 Grams
Cardamom green
2 Tea Spoon
Cloves
3 Grams
Cumin seeds
2 Tea Spoon
Pepper, black
1 Table Spoon
Turmeric powder
1 Tea Spoon
Almond
1 Tea Spoon
Cashew nut
1 Tea Spoon
Goat shoulder
500 Grams
Salt
5 Grams
Water
1000 Grams
Cinnamon
3 Grams
Bay leaves
3 Grams
Basmati rice
500 Grams

Instructions

1
For the mandi spice mix
In a pan dry roast 2 tablespoon cumin seeds and 1 tablespoon coriander seeds, cool and transfer it to a dry grinder. Then add 6 cardamom pieces, 3 pieces cinnamon sticks of 1 inch each, 8 cloves, 1 tablespoon black peppercorns, and 3 bay leaves. Grind to a smooth powder. Remove in a bowl and add 1 teaspoon turmeric powder. Mix well and set aside.
2
For the mandi mutton
Marinate mutton pieces with salt, lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of mandi spice mix, and olive oil for 30 minutes. Heat oil in a non-stick saucepan and fry the mutton pieces on high heat for 5 minutes until all juices are sealed. Reduce the flame, add 1 cup hot water, place the lid and cook until mutton is fully done.
3
Wash and soak the rice
Wash 2 cups of basmati rice thoroughly. Add 1 teaspoon turmeric powder to the washed rice and soak in water for 1 hour. Turmeric is added to give a golden color to the rice grain.
4
Cook mandi rice
Discard the turmeric water gently from the rice. Heat oil in a large saucepan and add 1 small piece of cinnamon stick, cardamom, cloves, and bay leaves. Then add 1 medium onion sliced and fry till soft. Add dry lemon, 2 large non-spicy green chilies, 2 pieces of mutton with bones, 2 tablespoon mandi spice mix, and 1 teaspoon salt, stir well for 3 minutes on high heat and then add 4 ¼ cups of water and any water remaining from mandi mutton. Place the lid and cook until the mutton is fully done. Remove mutton pieces and add soaked rice to the saucepan. Stir gently, cover, and cook until the rice is well cooked and all water has dried.
5
Steam the rice
Once the rice is cooked, place mandi mutton on the rice in the same saucepan. Place a small bowl with hot burning charcoal. Pour 1 teaspoon ghee over the coal and place the lid tightly. Fumigate the mandi rice and mutton for 15 to 20 minutes.
6
Serve hot
Place the mandi rice on a large serving dish, garnish with fried onion, fried green chilies, fried raisins, cashew, and fried almonds. Place mutton pieces on the rice and serve hot with tomato chutney.

Also Known As

Glycemic Index

58 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

NutrientMattan MandiChepala MandiChicken mandiFish mandi
Calories288.3 kcal252.2 kcal293.5 kcal252.2 kcal
Carbs37.2 g37.2 g37.2 g37.2 g
Protein12.5 g11.5 g11.6 g11.5 g
Fat9.9 g6.4 g10.9 g6.4 g
Fiber2.2 g2.2 g2.2 g2.2 g
Sugar1.3 g1.3 g1.3 g1.3 g
Sodium171.5 mg209.2 mg171.5 mg209.2 mg
Cholesterol35.2 mg21 mg39.4 mg21 mg

Health Goals Suitability

Weight Loss

At 288.3 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: 58). Adding a fiber-rich side dish can help moderate the blood sugar response.

Muscle Gain

Contains 12.5g protein per serving — a moderate amount. Pair with paneer or curd or eggs or chicken to boost protein intake for muscle gain.

Heart Health

Low cholesterol (35.2mg) and low saturated fat (2.9g) make this heart-friendly. Anti-inflammatory ingredients benefit overall heart health. Contains heart-healthy fats. Low sodium content is ideal for blood pressure management.

PCOS

Moderate-to-high GI (58) 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. Adequate protein (12.5g) supports healthy thyroid function. The spices aid digestion, which can be sluggish in hypothyroidism.

Portion Guidance

Weight Loss

1 Medium Cup (~211.8g) or slightly less. Pair with a high-fiber side like cucumber raita or salad to feel full on fewer kcal.

Muscle Gain

1 Medium Cup (~211.8g) plus a protein-rich addition (100g paneer, 2 eggs, or 1 cup dal) to hit 25-30g protein per meal.

Diabetes

1 Medium Cup (~211.8g). Pair with whole wheat roti (not rice) to lower glycemic load. Eat protein and fiber portions first, carbs last.

General

1 Medium Cup (~211.8g) provides a balanced portion. Adjust based on your daily kcal target — track accurately in the Hint app.

Recipe Modifications

Lower fat

Reduce oil to 1 teaspoon and use an air fryer or non-stick pan. Steaming vegetables before adding retains flavor with less fat.

Lower glycemic load

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

Reduce calories

Reduce serving size by 25% to save ~72.1 kcal. Add extra vegetables (capsicum, spinach, mushrooms) to increase volume without adding many kcal.

Make diabetes-friendly

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

Meal prep friendly

Mattan Mandi 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 (576.6-864.9 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. Higher protein intake increases satiety and reduces overall calorie consumption

    Leidy HJ et al. (2015). The role of protein in weight loss and maintenance. American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.

    DOI: 10.3945/ajcn.114.084038
  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. 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
  4. Fenugreek seeds improve glucose tolerance and lower blood sugar levels

    Neelakantan N et al. (2014). Effect of fenugreek intake on glycemia. Nutrition Journal.

    DOI: 10.1186/1475-2891-13-7

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