Egg paratha vs jowar roti: calories and protein compared
Short answer: for fat loss pick egg paratha; for muscle gain egg paratha does more. The numbers are per usual serving, so check the serving sizes in the table.
| Per serving | Egg paratha | Jowar roti |
|---|---|---|
| Serving | 1 paratha | 1 roti |
| Calories | 309 kcal | 134 kcal |
| Protein | 12 g | 4 g |
| Carbs | 34 g | 27 g |
| Fat | 14 g | 1 g |
| Protein per 100 kcal | 3.9 g | 3 g |
| Calories from fat | 41% | 5% |
What the numbers say
- Egg paratha has 175 kcal more a serving than jowar roti. One serving of egg paratha has the calories of about 2.3 servings of jowar roti.
- Egg paratha has more protein: 12 g vs 4 g.
- For protein per calorie, egg paratha wins with 3.9 g per 100 kcal.
- They suit different diets: egg paratha is eggetarian and jowar roti is vegan.
Which to pick
- Losing fat: Egg paratha, because it gives more protein for each calorie, which keeps you full and protects muscle.
- Building muscle: Egg 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.