Is misal pav good for muscle gain?
Yes, as part of a protein-rich meal. One serving (1 plate (2 pav)) has 437 kcal and 16 g protein.
437kcal
16 gprotein
57 gcarbs
15 gfat
Why
- 3.8 g protein per 100 kcal (low; chicken breast is about 22, plain rice about 2).
- 437 kcal a serving is 16% of a 2,800 kcal bulking day, and 16 g is 11% of 140 g protein.
- With 57 g carbs it is good fuel before or after training.
The portion to aim for
1½ plate gives 25 g protein in 655 kcal.
| Portion | kcal | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| ½ plate | 218 | 8 g |
| 1 plate | 437 | 16 g |
| 1½ plate | 655 | 25 g |
Pair it with
- Soya chunks curry178 kcal · 16 g protein · 1 katori · 150 g
- Sprouts salad152 kcal · 10 g protein · 1 katori · 120 g
- Tofu bhurji163 kcal · 11 g protein · 1 katori · 120 g