Is egg paratha good for muscle gain?
Yes, as part of a protein-rich meal. One serving (1 paratha) has 309 kcal and 12 g protein.
309kcal
12 gprotein
34 gcarbs
14 gfat
Why
- 3.9 g protein per 100 kcal (low; chicken breast is about 22, plain rice about 2).
- 309 kcal a serving is 11% of a 2,800 kcal bulking day, and 12 g is 9% of 140 g protein.
- Fat gives 41% of its calories, mostly from the cooking fat, so the recipe matters more than the dish.
The portion to aim for
3 paratha gives 36 g protein in 926 kcal.
| Portion | kcal | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| 1 paratha | 309 | 12 g |
| 2 paratha | 617 | 24 g |
| 3 paratha | 926 | 36 g |
| 4 paratha | 1234 | 48 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