Methi malai matar vs mushroom masala: calories and protein compared
Short answer: for fat loss pick mushroom masala; for muscle gain methi malai matar does more. The numbers are per usual serving, so check the serving sizes in the table.
| Per serving | Methi malai matar | Mushroom masala |
|---|---|---|
| Serving | 1 katori · 150 g | 1 katori · 150 g |
| Calories | 222 kcal | 109 kcal |
| Protein | 7 g | 4 g |
| Carbs | 15 g | 8 g |
| Fat | 15 g | 7 g |
| Protein per 100 kcal | 2.9 g | 3.9 g |
| Calories from fat | 61% | 58% |
What the numbers say
- Methi malai matar has 113 kcal more a serving than mushroom masala. One serving of methi malai matar has the calories of about 2 servings of mushroom masala.
- Methi malai matar has more protein: 7 g vs 4 g.
- For protein per calorie, mushroom masala wins with 3.9 g per 100 kcal.
- They suit different diets: methi malai matar is vegetarian and mushroom masala is vegan.
Which to pick
- Losing fat: Mushroom masala, because it gives more protein for each calorie, which keeps you full and protects muscle.
- Building muscle: Methi malai matar, 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.