Aloo paratha vs plain paratha: calories and protein compared
Short answer: for fat loss pick plain paratha; for muscle gain aloo paratha does more. The numbers are per usual serving, so check the serving sizes in the table.
| Per serving | Aloo paratha | Plain paratha |
|---|---|---|
| Serving | 1 paratha | 1 paratha |
| Calories | 285 kcal | 212 kcal |
| Protein | 7 g | 5 g |
| Carbs | 43 g | 30 g |
| Fat | 9 g | 8 g |
| Protein per 100 kcal | 2.4 g | 2.3 g |
| Calories from fat | 28% | 34% |
What the numbers say
- Aloo paratha has 73 kcal more a serving than plain paratha. One serving of aloo paratha has the calories of about 1.3 servings of plain paratha.
- Aloo paratha has more protein: 7 g vs 5 g.
- For protein per calorie, aloo paratha wins with 2.4 g per 100 kcal.
Which to pick
- Losing fat: Plain paratha, because it is lighter and the protein difference is small.
- Building muscle: Aloo paratha, because it brings more protein a serving.
- Either way: the cooking fat moves both numbers most. Halving the oil or ghee is the easiest cut.