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Soy uttapam

Soy uttapam has 83.3 calories per serving (1 Medium Piece) — that's 193.7 calories per 100g. It provides 4.1g protein, 5.5g carbs, and 5g fat. With a low glycemic index (GI: 55), this recipe is suitable for diabetes management, heart health. It contains anti-inflammatory ingredients like turmeric and ginger. The probiotic content supports gut health.

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Soy uttapam
  • Serving Size 1 Medium Piece (40 g)
  • Calories83.3 kcal
  • Carbs5.5 g (22.1 kcal)
  • Protein4.1 g (16.3 kcal)
  • Fats5.0 g (44.9 kcal)

Nutrition Label

Soy uttapam

  • Serving Size1 Medium Piece (40 g)
  • Calories83.3 kcal
  • Carbs5.5 g
  • Fiber1.9 g
  • Sugar1.0 g
  • Protein4.1 g
  • Fat5.0 g
  • Saturated fat1.0 g
  • Mono unsaturated fat1.4 g
  • Poly unsaturated fat1.2 g
  • Cholesterol0.5 mg
  • Sodium109.2 mg

Nutrition per 100g

  • Calories193.7 kcal
  • Carbs12.9 g
  • Fiber4.4 g
  • Sugar2.2 g
  • Protein9.5 g
  • Fat11.6 g
  • Cholesterol1.1 mg
  • Sodium253.9 mg

1 serving = 43g

Cooking time: 15 minutes

Serves: 11 persons

Ingredients

Wheat semolina
30 Grams
Capsicum green
50 Grams
Carrot orange
25 Grams
Chillies green - all varieties
10 Grams
Coriander leaves
10 Grams
Curry leaves
10 Grams
Onion small
50 Grams
Cumin seeds
0.5 Tea Spoon
Rice bran oil
8 Tea Spoon
Salt
2.5 Grams
Water
100 Milliliter
Curd
3 Table Spoon
Soy flour
100 Grams
Baking soda
1 Grams

Instructions

1
Prepare the batter
Combine semolina and curd in a bowl and mix. Add soy flour and all the remaining ingredients except baking soda and salt. Add some water, mix well and set aside for 5 minutes.
2
Cook the uttapam
Heat a non-stick tawa. Add baking soda, and salt to the prepared flour mixture and mix well. Put some oil on hot tawa and wipe with a tissue. Pour a ladleful of the prepared flour mixture, spread into the shape of uttapam, and roast till the underside turns light golden. Make incisions on each cooked uttapam and roast from the other side till golden and crisp.
3
Serve it
Serve it hot with chutney

Glycemic Index

55 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

NutrientSoy uttapamBajra carrot onion uttapamBajra gajar kandha uttapamBajra Gajar Pyaaz Uttapam
Calories83.3 kcal83.9 kcal83.9 kcal83.9 kcal
Carbs5.5 g8 g8 g8 g
Protein4.1 g1.7 g1.7 g1.7 g
Fat5 g5 g5 g5 g
Fiber1.9 g1.7 g1.7 g1.7 g
Sugar1 g0.4 g0.4 g0.4 g
Sodium109.2 mg80.2 mg80.2 mg80.2 mg
Cholesterol0.5 mg0.7 mg0.7 mg0.7 mg

Health Goals Suitability

Weight Loss

At 83.3 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

With a low glycemic index of 55, this recipe supports stable blood sugar levels.

Muscle Gain

Low protein content (4.1g 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 (0.5mg) and low saturated fat (1g) make this heart-friendly. Anti-inflammatory ingredients benefit overall heart health. Low sodium content is ideal for blood pressure management.

PCOS

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 soy-based ingredients which may interfere with thyroid medication absorption. 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

1 Medium Piece (~43g). A light, kcal-friendly portion. Pair with roti or salad for a complete meal under 300 kcal.

Muscle Gain

1 Medium Piece (~43g) plus a protein-rich addition (100g paneer, 2 eggs, or 1 cup dal) to hit 25-30g protein per meal.

Diabetes

1 Medium Piece (~43g). Pair with whole wheat roti (not rice) to lower glycemic load. Eat protein and fiber portions first, carbs last.

General

1 Medium Piece (~43g) 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

Soy uttapam 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 (166.6-249.9 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.

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. 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. Probiotic-rich fermented foods support gut microbiome diversity and digestive health

    Hill C et al. (2014). The International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics consensus statement. Nature Reviews Gastroenterology & Hepatology.

    DOI: 10.1038/nrgastro.2014.66
  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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