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Soya Chunks Varuval Saadham

Soya Chunks Varuval Saadham has 231.1 calories per serving (1 Medium Cup) — that's 114.3 calories per 100g. It provides 12.1g protein, 33.7g carbs, and 5.3g fat. With a low glycemic index (GI: 44), this recipe is suitable for diabetes management, heart health, PCOS. The 4.7g of dietary fiber per serving adds to its nutritional value. It contains anti-inflammatory ingredients like turmeric and ginger.

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Soya Chunks Varuval Saadham
  • Serving Size 1 Medium Cup (200 g)
  • Calories231.1 kcal
  • Carbs33.7 g (134.7 kcal)
  • Protein12.1 g (48.4 kcal)
  • Fats5.3 g (48.0 kcal)

Nutrition Label

Soya Chunks Varuval Saadham

  • Serving Size1 Medium Cup (200 g)
  • Calories231.1 kcal
  • Carbs33.7 g
  • Fiber4.7 g
  • Sugar1.0 g
  • Protein12.1 g
  • Fat5.3 g
  • Saturated fat1.1 g
  • Mono unsaturated fat2.0 g
  • Poly unsaturated fat1.9 g
  • Cholesterol0.0 mg
  • Sodium377.6 mg

Nutrition per 100g

  • Calories114.3 kcal
  • Carbs16.7 g
  • Fiber2.3 g
  • Sugar0.5 g
  • Protein6.0 g
  • Fat2.6 g
  • Cholesterol0.0 mg
  • Sodium186.8 mg

1 serving = 202.2g

Cooking time: 15 minutes

Serves: 6 persons

Ingredients

Soy sauce
1 Tea Spoon
Vinegar
1 Tea Spoon
Onions green raw
50 Grams
Milled raw rice
200 Grams
Green cabbage
50 Grams
Capsicum green
50 Grams
French beans country
50 Grams
Carrot orange
50 Grams
Garlic big clove
10 Grams
Rice bran oil
2 Table Spoon
Salt
1 Tea Spoon
Water
600 Milliliter
Black pepper powder
1 Tea Spoon
Soya chunks
100 Grams
Green chilli sauce
1 Tea Spoon

Instructions

1
Cooking rice
Wash and soak rice in water for 10 minutes. Add the water and salt to a saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Add the rice and stir, letting the water come to a boil again. Place the lid on the saucepan and lower the heat to a simmer. Simmer for 20 minutes. Turn off the heat and let the rice steam for 5 minutes. Keep the cooked rice aside.
2
Soya chunks preparation
Firstly, in a large vessel take enough water and add in soya chunks, cover and boil for 8 minutes. Once the soya is cooked drain off the water and transfer to a bowl of cold water. Squeeze off the soya chunks to remove the absorbed water and keep aside.
3
Preparing vegetables
Wash and chop all the veggies, roughly chop the garlic and keep aside.
4
Sautee the vegetables
In a pan heat the oil and then add chopped garlic and saute it, also, saute spring onion until they sweat, furthermore add all the other vegetables, stir fry on high flame without overcooking vegetables. Now add salt, black pepper powder, boiled soya chunks, and vinegar. Stir-fry until combined well.
5
Mixing
Keeping the flame on high add cooked rice. Adjust the salt and pepper. Stir-fry by mixing well making sure rice grains won't break.
6
Serving
Once done, remove it in a serving dish and serve hot.

Glycemic Index

44 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

NutrientSoya Chunks Varuval SaadhamSabjicha TandulShobji bhat er chowmeinVegetable fried Rice
Calories231.1 kcal232.3 kcal232.3 kcal232.3 kcal
Carbs33.7 g30 g30 g30 g
Protein12.1 g3.8 g3.8 g3.8 g
Fat5.3 g10.8 g10.8 g10.8 g
Fiber4.7 g2.8 g2.8 g2.8 g
Sugar1 g1.1 g1.1 g1.1 g
Sodium377.6 mg400.7 mg400.7 mg400.7 mg
Cholesterol0 mg0 mg0 mg0 mg

Health Goals Suitability

Weight Loss

At 231.1 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

With a low glycemic index of 44, this recipe supports stable blood sugar levels. The 4.7g fiber further slows glucose absorption. The protein content (12.1g) helps prevent blood sugar spikes.

Muscle Gain

Contains 12.1g protein per serving — a moderate amount. Pair with paneer or curd or eggs or chicken to boost protein intake for muscle gain.

Heart Health

Zero cholesterol and low saturated fat (1.1g) make this heart-friendly. Anti-inflammatory ingredients benefit overall heart health. Contains heart-healthy fats.

PCOS

Low GI (44) with 4.7g 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 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 Cup (~202.2g) or slightly less. Pair with a high-fiber side like cucumber raita or salad to feel full on fewer kcal.

Muscle Gain

1 Medium Cup (~202.2g) plus a protein-rich addition (100g paneer, 2 eggs, or 1 cup dal) to hit 25-30g protein per meal.

Diabetes

1 Medium Cup (~202.2g). Pair with whole wheat roti (not rice) to lower glycemic load. Eat protein and fiber portions first, carbs last.

General

1 Medium Cup (~202.2g) provides a balanced portion. Adjust based on your daily kcal target — track accurately in the Hint app.

Recipe Modifications

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

Soya Chunks Varuval Saadham stores well for 2-3 days refrigerated. Reheat on stovetop for best texture. Prepare ingredients in advance for quick weeknight cooking.

Common Mistakes

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 (462.3-693.4 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. Higher protein intake increases satiety and reduces overall calorie consumption

    Leidy HJ et al. (2015). The role of protein in weight loss and maintenance. American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.

    DOI: 10.3945/ajcn.114.084038
  2. 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
  3. 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
  4. 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

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