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Payasam (Vermicelli/Moong Dal)
पायसम · పాయసం
South Indian pudding of vermicelli or moong dal simmered in sweetened milk with cardamom and cashews. High GI from refined vermicelli and sugar.
69
GI · Medium GI
0Low (55)Med (69)110+
69
Glycemic Index
22
Glycemic Load
150g
Serving Size
220
Calories
Per serving: 1 small bowl (about 150g)
Nutrition per Serving
32g
Carbs
5g
Protein
7g
Fat
0.8g
Fiber
Tips to Manage Blood Sugar
A moong dal version adds protein and fiber versus vermicelli — go easy on the sugar.
GI Source: Estimated from published research
Lower-GI Alternatives
Try these instead for better blood sugar control
Kheer (Rice Pudding)
खीर · ఖీర్
Slow-cooked rice simmered in sweetened milk with cardamom and nuts. High GI from white rice and sugar in milk.
North IndianSouth Indian
GL 24230 kcal1 small bowl (about 150g)
Milk (Full Fat)
दूध · పాలు
Whole buffalo or cow milk, consumed daily in most Indian households. Low GI — the fat and protein slow lactose absorption.
North IndianSouth IndianGujarati+1
GL 4150 kcal1 glass
Lassi (Sweet)
मीठी लस्सी · తీపి లస్సీ
Yogurt blended with sugar and sometimes cardamom. The curd base is low GI but added sugar raises it considerably.
North IndianPunjabiRajasthani
GL 10180 kcal1 glass