Paruppu Usili
परुप्पु उसिली · పరుప్పు ఉసిలి
A Tamil dry dish of beans or cluster beans tossed with crumbled, steamed and sautéed lentils (toor and chana dal). Very high in protein and fiber with a low glycemic impact.
Nutrition per Serving
Sugars shown are total sugars (naturally occurring + added) per serving and are approximate. For fruits and dairy this is mostly natural sugar; for sweets and many cooked dishes it reflects added sugar or jaggery.
Tips to Manage Blood Sugar
Steam the lentil mixture and sauté in minimal oil rather than deep-frying; the high dal-and-vegetable content makes this one of the best low-GI, high-protein sides.
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