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Mattan Rumali Savarma

Mattan Rumali Savarma has 216.5 calories per serving (100 Grams). It provides 8.4g protein, 27.8g carbs, and 8g fat. With a low glycemic index (GI: 50), this recipe is suitable for diabetes management, heart health, PCOS. The 2.2g of dietary fiber per serving adds to its nutritional value. It contains anti-inflammatory ingredients like turmeric and ginger. The probiotic content supports gut health.

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Mattan Rumali Savarma
  • Serving Size 100 Grams ( g)
  • Calories216.5 kcal
  • Carbs27.8 g (111.1 kcal)
  • Protein8.4 g (33.7 kcal)
  • Fats8.0 g (71.6 kcal)

Nutrition Label

Mattan Rumali Savarma

  • Serving Size100 Grams ( g)
  • Calories216.5 kcal
  • Carbs27.8 g
  • Fiber2.2 g
  • Sugar1.2 g
  • Protein8.4 g
  • Fat8.0 g
  • Saturated fat2.2 g
  • Mono unsaturated fat3.3 g
  • Poly unsaturated fat1.9 g
  • Cholesterol15.1 mg
  • Sodium376.6 mg

Nutrition per 100g

  • Calories215.8 kcal
  • Carbs27.7 g
  • Fiber2.2 g
  • Sugar1.2 g
  • Protein8.4 g
  • Fat7.9 g
  • Cholesterol15.1 mg
  • Sodium375.3 mg

1 serving = 100.3g

Cooking time: 60 minutes

Serves: 15 persons

Ingredients

Tahini
50 Grams
Pita bread
300 Grams
Vinegar
1 Table Spoon
Ghee clarified butter
1 Tea Spoon
Olive oil
1 Table Spoon
Refined wheat flour
250 Grams
Whole wheat flour
50 Grams
Green cabbage
50 Grams
Cucumber, green, short
50 Grams
Tomato ripe local
50 Grams
Lemon juice
1 Table Spoon
Coriander leaves
25 Grams
Garlic big clove
10 Grams
Onion big
50 Grams
Pepper, black
1 Tea Spoon
Whole buffalo milk
50 Milliliter
Goat shoulder
250 Grams
Rice bran oil
2 Table Spoon
Salt
2 Tea Spoon
Water
150 Milliliter
Curd
75 Grams
Garam masala powder
1 Tea Spoon

Instructions

1
Dough preparation
Sieve maida and wheat flour in any utensil and keep aside. Now add milk, salt, ghee and mix properly. Put little amounts of water at a time in the mixture and knead. Cover it with a moist cloth and allow the dough to rise.
2
Marinate the mutton
Wash the mutton pieces and marinate overnight with a mixture of curd, oil, garam masala, cardamom, salt, black pepper and vinegar.
3
Prepare the sauce
Now, for making the sauce take a bowl and add curd, lemon juice, olive oil, coriander, salt, and black pepper. Mix them well and keep them in the refrigerator.
4
Bake the mutton
Now, preheat the oven at 175-degree celsius, cover the mutton and bake with the marinade for 40-50 minutes. After 40 minutes uncover the mutton and cook for 15 minutes until the mutton becomes golden brown.
5
Making Roti
Divide the dough into small equal-sized portions. Take each portion and make round balls out of it. Start flattening the roti and make sure you roll it as thin as possible.
6
Preparing rumali roti
Now take an inverted tawa on a medium flame, when it becomes hot, drizzle the saltwater and spread the roti on the inverted pan. Roast the roti from both sides until it becomes light brown from the edges. Place the rotis on a plate.
7
Roll the shawarma
Once the meat is cooked, transfer it to a plate and cut it into slices. Then take the rumali roti, and place sliced mutton, cabbage, sliced onion, cucumber, and tomato. Roll up the roti, and serve with tahini sauce.

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

NutrientMattan Rumali SavarmaChicken rumali shawarmaKombda rumali shawarmaMattan Savarma
Calories216.5 kcal213.1 kcal213.1 kcal215 kcal
Carbs27.8 g27.8 g27.8 g19.8 g
Protein8.4 g8.7 g8.7 g9.4 g
Fat8 g7.5 g7.5 g10.9 g
Fiber2.2 g2.2 g2.2 g2.1 g
Sugar1.2 g1.2 g1.2 g1 g
Sodium376.6 mg376.6 mg376.6 mg369.9 mg
Cholesterol15.1 mg11.7 mg11.7 mg21.5 mg

Health Goals Suitability

Weight Loss

At 216.5 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

With a low glycemic index of 50, this recipe supports stable blood sugar levels. The 2.2g fiber further slows glucose absorption. The protein content (8.4g) helps prevent blood sugar spikes.

Muscle Gain

Contains 8.4g protein per serving — a moderate amount. Pair with eggs or chicken or a bowl of dal to boost protein intake for muscle gain.

Heart Health

Low cholesterol (15.1mg) and low saturated fat (2.2g) make this heart-friendly. Anti-inflammatory ingredients benefit overall heart health. Contains heart-healthy fats.

PCOS

Low GI (50) with 2.2g 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

Contains cruciferous vegetables which are goitrogenic when raw. However, cooking significantly reduces goitrogen activity. If you have hypothyroidism, ensure these are well-cooked and maintain a gap of 30-60 minutes from thyroid medication.

Portion Guidance

Weight Loss

100 Grams (~100.3g) or slightly less. Pair with a high-fiber side like cucumber raita or salad to feel full on fewer kcal.

Muscle Gain

100 Grams (~100.3g) plus a protein-rich addition (100g paneer, 2 eggs, or 1 cup dal) to hit 25-30g protein per meal.

Diabetes

100 Grams (~100.3g). Pair with whole wheat roti (not rice) to lower glycemic load. Eat protein and fiber portions first, carbs last.

General

100 Grams (~100.3g) 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

Mattan Rumali Savarma 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 (433-649.4 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.

Overcooking the vegetables

Why it matters: Overcooking destroys heat-sensitive vitamins (C, B-complex) and reduces fiber quality.

Fix: Cook vegetables until just tender. Add delicate vegetables (like spinach or capsicum) in the last 2-3 minutes.

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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