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Basmati Rice
बासमती चावल · బాస్మతి బియ్యం
Long-grain aromatic rice with a lower GI than regular white rice due to its higher amylose content.
58
GI · Medium GI
0Low (55)Med (69)110+
58
Glycemic Index
22
Glycemic Load
150g
Serving Size
190
Calories
Per serving: 1 medium bowl (cooked)
Nutrition per Serving
42g
Carbs
4.5g
Protein
0.5g
Fat
0.8g
Fiber
Tips to Manage Blood Sugar
Rinse thoroughly and soak 20 minutes before cooking. The long grain structure gives it a naturally lower GI than short-grain varieties.
GI Source: International Tables of GI (2021)
Lower-GI Alternatives
Try these instead for better blood sugar control
Brown Rice
ब्राउन चावल · బ్రౌన్ బియ్యం
Unpolished rice with bran intact. Higher fiber content results in slower glucose absorption compared to white rice.
South IndianNorth IndianKerala
GL 16170 kcal1 medium bowl (cooked)
Foxtail Millet
कांगनी · కొర్రలు
A traditional Indian millet making a comeback. Excellent low-GI alternative to rice with higher protein and mineral content.
South IndianAndhraTamil+1
GL 12160 kcal1 medium bowl (cooked)