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Puri

पूरी · పూరి

Deep-fried whole wheat bread. While whole wheat provides some fiber, deep frying adds significant calories.

68
GI · Medium GI
0Low (55)Med (69)110+
68
Glycemic Index
15
Glycemic Load
60g
Serving Size
230
Calories
Per serving: 2 puris

Nutrition per Serving

28g
Carbs
4g
Protein
12g
Fat
2g
Fiber
🍞Rotis & BreadsNorth IndianSouth IndianBengalivegan

Tips to Manage Blood Sugar

Reserve for occasional meals. If making at home, use whole wheat flour and minimize oil absorption by ensuring oil is hot enough before frying.

GI Source: NIN India

Lower-GI Alternatives

Try these instead for better blood sugar control

Wheat Chapati

चपाती · చపాతి

Whole wheat flatbread, the most common bread in North India. Moderate GI with good fiber content from whole wheat.

North IndianPunjabiGujarati+2
GL 12170 kcal2 medium chapatis

Paratha

पराठा · పరాఠా

Layered whole wheat flatbread cooked with oil or ghee. The fat content actually helps slow glucose absorption slightly.

North IndianPunjabiRajasthani
GL 14220 kcal1 medium paratha