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Rice chakli

Rice chakli has 113.7 calories per serving (1 Small Piece) — that's 371.5 calories per 100g. It provides 3g protein, 16.3g carbs, and 4.1g fat. With a medium glycemic index (GI: 67), this recipe is suitable for heart health.

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Rice chakli
  • Serving Size 1 Small Piece (30 g)
  • Calories113.7 kcal
  • Carbs16.3 g (65.4 kcal)
  • Protein3.0 g (11.9 kcal)
  • Fats4.1 g (36.5 kcal)

Nutrition Label

Rice chakli

  • Serving Size1 Small Piece (30 g)
  • Calories113.7 kcal
  • Carbs16.3 g
  • Fiber1.5 g
  • Sugar0.8 g
  • Protein3.0 g
  • Fat4.1 g
  • Saturated fat0.7 g
  • Mono unsaturated fat1.4 g
  • Poly unsaturated fat1.5 g
  • Cholesterol0.0 mg
  • Sodium62.3 mg

Nutrition per 100g

  • Calories371.5 kcal
  • Carbs53.4 g
  • Fiber5.0 g
  • Sugar2.6 g
  • Protein9.7 g
  • Fat13.2 g
  • Cholesterol0.0 mg
  • Sodium203.5 mg

1 serving = 30.6g

Cooking time: 40 minutes

Serves: 34 persons

Ingredients

Sesame seeds
2 Table Spoon
Asafoetida
2 Grams
Rice bran oil
100 Milliliter
Salt
1 Tea Spoon
Water
100 Milliliter
Red chilli powder
4 Table Spoon
Rice flour
500 Grams
Besan
250 Grams

Instructions

1
Mix all the dry ingredients with butter
Take a large bowl and add gram flour, asafoetida or hing, butter, rice flour, and salt as per your taste. Mix all the ingredients together.
2
Knead a soft dough
Now, wash the sesame seeds as sometimes they are covered with dirt, and washing them will remove any dust particles. Add these washed sesame seeds to the rice and gram flour mixture. Add water to the flour mixture so that you can knead it. Knead it well to make the soft dough, this would ensure that the chaklis are crispier and tastier.
3
Make Rice Chakli by deep frying them
Next, put a skillet on medium-high flame and add refined oil to it. When the oil is hot enough, add a bit of dough to the chakli maker and press in a circular motion to prepare the chaklis. Deep fry these rice chaklis a few at a time on medium flame till they attain a brown color and turn crispier. Drain the extra oil on absorbent paper. Serve with a cup of hot tea or coffee.

Glycemic Index

67 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

NutrientRice chakliRibbon pakoraAjvain CakliAjwain chakli
Calories113.7 kcal331.4 kcal95.5 kcal95.5 kcal
Carbs16.3 g35.8 g11.2 g11.2 g
Protein3 g6.2 g2 g2 g
Fat4.1 g18.2 g4.8 g4.8 g
Fiber1.5 g2.5 g0.8 g0.8 g
Sugar0.8 g1.8 g0.5 g0.5 g
Sodium62.3 mg330.2 mg51.4 mg51.4 mg
Cholesterol0 mg0 mg0 mg0 mg

Health Goals Suitability

Weight Loss

At 113.7 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: 67). Adding a fiber-rich side dish can help moderate the blood sugar response.

Muscle Gain

Low protein content (3g 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 (0.7g) make this heart-friendly. Low sodium content is ideal for blood pressure management.

PCOS

Moderate-to-high GI (67) 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 spices aid digestion, which can be sluggish in hypothyroidism.

Portion Guidance

Weight Loss

1 Small Piece (~30.6g). A light, kcal-friendly portion. Pair with roti or salad for a complete meal under 300 kcal.

Muscle Gain

1 Small Piece (~30.6g) plus a protein-rich addition (100g paneer, 2 eggs, or 1 cup dal) to hit 25-30g protein per meal.

Diabetes

1 Small Piece (~30.6g). Pair with whole wheat roti (not rice) to lower glycemic load. Eat protein and fiber portions first, carbs last.

General

1 Small Piece (~30.6g) 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

Rice chakli 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 (227.5-341.2 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. 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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