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Shakahari burger

Shakahari burger has 245.1 calories per serving (100 Grams). It provides 6.3g protein, 21.3g carbs, and 15g fat. With a medium glycemic index (GI: 56), this recipe is suitable for heart health. 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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Shakahari burger
  • Serving Size 100 Grams ( g)
  • Calories245.1 kcal
  • Carbs21.3 g (85.1 kcal)
  • Protein6.3 g (25.3 kcal)
  • Fats15.0 g (134.7 kcal)

Nutrition Label

Shakahari burger

  • Serving Size100 Grams ( g)
  • Calories245.1 kcal
  • Carbs21.3 g
  • Fiber2.6 g
  • Sugar2.9 g
  • Protein6.3 g
  • Fat15.0 g
  • Saturated fat3.4 g
  • Mono unsaturated fat4.9 g
  • Poly unsaturated fat5.5 g
  • Cholesterol7.4 mg
  • Sodium434.0 mg

Nutrition per 100g

  • Calories242.1 kcal
  • Carbs21.0 g
  • Fiber2.6 g
  • Sugar2.9 g
  • Protein6.2 g
  • Fat14.8 g
  • Cholesterol7.3 mg
  • Sodium428.7 mg

1 serving = 101.2g

Cooking time: 10 minutes

Serves: 11 persons

Ingredients

Mozzarella cheese
100 Grams
Ketchup
3 Table Spoon
Green peas raw
30 Grams
Regular mayonnaise
3 Table Spoon
Wheat bun
200 Grams
Refined wheat flour
3 Table Spoon
Cauliflower
50 Grams
Cucumber, green, short
50 Grams
French beans country
50 Grams
Tomato ripe local
50 Grams
Carrot orange
50 Grams
Potato brown skin big
100 Grams
Coriander leaves
10 Grams
Onion big
50 Grams
Turmeric powder
2 Grams
Rice bran oil
100 Grams
Salt
1 Tea Spoon
Water
50 Milliliter
Garam masala powder
0.5 Tea Spoon
Cumin powder
1 Tea Spoon
Red chilli powder
0.5 Tea Spoon
chat masala
0.5 Tea Spoon
Corn flour
2 Table Spoon
Bread crumbs
50 Grams

Instructions

1
Washing and chopping
Wash and chop all the veggies.
2
Steaming
Firstly, steam carrot, gobi, beans, sweet corn, peas, and ¼ tsp salt. Steam for 10 minutes on medium flame. Transfer the steamed vegetables to a large mixing bowl.
3
Add the spices
Add boiled and mashed potato. Further, add cumin powder, garam masala, turmeric, chilli powder, chaat masala and ½ tsp salt. Add coriander and mix well combining all the spices well. Furthermore, add 2 tbsp bread crumbs and mix well. (Breadcrumbs help to absorb moisture from vegetables)
4
Preparation for patties
Prepare a slurry by mixing cornflour, maida, and water in a small bowl. Prepare ball-sized patties and dip in maida slurry. coat with breadcrumbs uniformly.
5
Frying
Shallow fry in hot oil keeping the flame on medium. fry on both sides, until it turns golden brown. Drain off and keep aside.
6
Burger buns
Spread a tbsp of mayonnaise, ketchup on the bun. Place a few slices of tomato, cucumber, onion. Sprinkle salt. Further place prepared patties, and place cheese and cover with another part of the bun.
7
Serving
Finally, enjoy the veggie burger with chips and salad.

Glycemic Index

56 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

NutrientShakahari burgerLukmiChicken burgerKombdi burger
Calories245.1 kcal127.6 kcal247.9 kcal247.9 kcal
Carbs21.3 g7.2 g19.3 g19.3 g
Protein6.3 g2.5 g8.4 g8.4 g
Fat15 g9.9 g15.2 g15.2 g
Fiber2.6 g0.5 g1.5 g1.5 g
Sugar2.9 g0.4 g2.5 g2.5 g
Sodium434 mg35.9 mg384.9 mg384.9 mg
Cholesterol7.4 mg5.9 mg42.9 mg42.9 mg

Health Goals Suitability

Weight Loss

At 245.1 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

Moderate glycemic index (GI: 56). The starchy ingredients raise the glycemic load — reduce portion or pair with protein-rich sides. Adding a fiber-rich side dish can help moderate the blood sugar response.

Muscle Gain

Low protein content (6.3g 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

Low cholesterol (7.4mg) and low saturated fat (3.4g) make this heart-friendly. Anti-inflammatory ingredients benefit overall heart health.

PCOS

Moderate-to-high GI (56) 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

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 (~101.2g) or slightly less. Pair with a high-fiber side like cucumber raita or salad to feel full on fewer kcal.

Muscle Gain

100 Grams (~101.2g) plus a protein-rich addition (100g paneer, 2 eggs, or 1 cup dal) to hit 25-30g protein per meal.

Diabetes

100 Grams (~101.2g). Pair with whole wheat roti (not rice) to lower glycemic load. Eat protein and fiber portions first, carbs last.

General

100 Grams (~101.2g) 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.

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.

Reduce sodium

Cut salt by half and boost flavor with lemon juice, fresh herbs, or amchur (dry mango powder) instead.

Meal prep friendly

Shakahari burger 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 (490.2-735.3 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. 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. Reducing sodium intake lowers blood pressure and cardiovascular risk

    WHO (2012). Guideline: Sodium intake for adults and children. World Health Organization.

    DOI: WHO/NMH/NHD/13.2
  4. Cruciferous vegetables may interfere with thyroid function when consumed raw in large amounts, but cooking largely deactivates goitrogens

    Felker P et al. (2016). Concentrations of thiocyanate and goitrin in human plasma after ingestion of cooked cruciferous vegetables. Nutrition Reviews.

    DOI: 10.1093/nutrit/nuw028

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