Is egg curry good for muscle gain?
Yes, as part of a protein-rich meal. One serving (2 eggs with gravy) has 217 kcal and 14 g protein.
217kcal
14 gprotein
5 gcarbs
16 gfat
Why
- 6.3 g protein per 100 kcal (moderate; chicken breast is about 22, plain rice about 2).
- 217 kcal a serving is 8% of a 2,800 kcal bulking day, and 14 g is 10% of 140 g protein.
- Fat gives 66% of its calories, mostly from the cooking fat, so the recipe matters more than the dish.
The portion to aim for
Even 3 eggs gives 21 g protein (326 kcal), so build the meal around another protein food.
| Portion | kcal | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| 1 egg | 109 | 7 g |
| 2 eggs | 217 | 14 g |
| 3 eggs | 326 | 21 g |
More protein a serving in dals and curries
- Paneer butter masala304 kcal · 16 g protein · 1 katori · 150 g
Pair it with
- Whey shake (with water)120 kcal · 24 g protein · 1 scoop
- Egg white omelette85 kcal · 11 g protein · 3 egg whites
- Whey shake with milk265 kcal · 32 g protein · 1 glass