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Rava Kheer

Rava Kheer has 250.3 calories per serving (1 Small Cup) — that's 249.7 calories per 100g. It provides 3.9g protein, 31.8g carbs, and 11.9g fat. With a medium glycemic index (GI: 66), The 2.6g of dietary fiber per serving adds to its nutritional value. It contains anti-inflammatory ingredients like turmeric and ginger.

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Rava Kheer
  • Serving Size 1 Small Cup (100 g)
  • Calories250.3 kcal
  • Carbs31.8 g (127.3 kcal)
  • Protein3.9 g (15.5 kcal)
  • Fats11.9 g (107.5 kcal)

Nutrition Label

Rava Kheer

  • Serving Size1 Small Cup (100 g)
  • Calories250.3 kcal
  • Carbs31.8 g
  • Fiber2.6 g
  • Sugar14.2 g
  • Protein3.9 g
  • Fat11.9 g
  • Saturated fat7.6 g
  • Mono unsaturated fat3.1 g
  • Poly unsaturated fat0.5 g
  • Cholesterol26.8 mg
  • Sodium88.3 mg

Nutrition per 100g

  • Calories249.7 kcal
  • Carbs31.8 g
  • Fiber2.5 g
  • Sugar14.2 g
  • Protein3.9 g
  • Fat11.9 g
  • Cholesterol26.7 mg
  • Sodium88.1 mg

1 serving = 100.3g

Cooking time: 15 minutes

Serves: 4 persons

Ingredients

Butter
50 Grams
Sugar
50 Grams
Wheat semolina
100 Grams
Whole buffalo milk
100 Milliliter
Water
100 Milliliter
Cinnamon
1 Grams

Instructions

1
Milk Mixture
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine water, milk, sugar, and cinnamon. Bring to a boil and remove from heat. Remove cinnamon stick.
2
Pudding preparation
In another saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Allow it to bubble, but not to brown. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the semolina, a little at a time until the mixture is thick and smooth. Allow it to brown slightly, then stir in the milk mixture, a little at a time. Continue to stir until the mixture has progressed from creamy to thick.
3
Serving
Place pudding in a gelatin mold or glass dish. Serve warm or cold.

Glycemic Index

66 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

NutrientRava KheerChaaya ChakkaraDalchini sah doodhDoodh saakharchya sobat
Calories250.3 kcal272.6 kcal110.5 kcal272.6 kcal
Carbs31.8 g24.7 g9.3 g24.7 g
Protein3.9 g8.7 g3.7 g8.7 g
Fat11.9 g15.5 g6.5 g15.5 g
Fiber2.6 g0 g0.7 g0 g
Sugar14.2 g17.5 g5.3 g17.5 g
Sodium88.3 mg70.6 mg29.8 mg70.6 mg
Cholesterol26.8 mg0 mg0 mg0 mg

Health Goals Suitability

Weight Loss

At 250.3 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: 66). Consider swapping refined ingredients with whole grain alternatives. Adding a fiber-rich side dish can help moderate the blood sugar response.

Muscle Gain

Low protein content (3.9g 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

Watch your intake — saturated fat (7.6g) is on the higher side. Reduce ghee/oil and use olive or mustard oil for healthier fats.

PCOS

Moderate-to-high GI (66) 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.

Portion Guidance

Weight Loss

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

Muscle Gain

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

Diabetes

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

General

1 Small Cup (~100.3g) 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.

Reduce calories

Reduce serving size by 25% to save ~62.6 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

Rava Kheer 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 (500.6-750.9 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. 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
  2. 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
  3. 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
  4. 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

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