Bhatura vs plain paratha: calories and protein compared
Short answer: for fat loss pick plain paratha; for muscle gain bhatura does more. The numbers are per usual serving, so check the serving sizes in the table.
| Per serving | Bhatura | Plain paratha |
|---|---|---|
| Serving | 1 bhatura | 1 paratha |
| Calories | 324 kcal | 212 kcal |
| Protein | 6 g | 5 g |
| Carbs | 45 g | 30 g |
| Fat | 13 g | 8 g |
| Protein per 100 kcal | 1.9 g | 2.3 g |
| Calories from fat | 36% | 34% |
What the numbers say
- Bhatura has 112 kcal more a serving than plain paratha. One serving of bhatura has the calories of about 1.5 servings of plain paratha.
- Protein is about the same (6 vs 5 g).
- For protein per calorie, plain paratha wins with 2.3 g per 100 kcal.
- They suit different diets: bhatura is vegetarian and plain paratha is vegan.
Which to pick
- Losing fat: Plain paratha, because it gives more protein for each calorie, which keeps you full and protects muscle.
- Building muscle: Bhatura, 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.