Sabudana (Tapioca Pearls, Cooked)
साबूदाना · సగ్గుబియ్యం
Tapioca pearls made from cassava starch, commonly eaten during fasting as khichdi or kheer. Almost pure starch, giving it a very high GI and minimal fiber or protein.
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
Add peanuts, vegetables and curd to sabudana khichdi to add protein and fat that slow its rapid glucose spike.
Lower-GI Alternatives
Try these instead for better blood sugar control
Foxtail Millet
कांगनी · కొర్రలు
A traditional Indian millet making a comeback. Excellent low-GI alternative to rice with higher protein and mineral content.
Daliya (Broken Wheat)
दलिया · గోధుమ రవ్వ
Cracked wheat porridge, a traditional North Indian breakfast. High fiber content makes it a better choice than refined wheat products.
Oats
ओट्स · ఓట్స్
Rolled oats widely adopted in Indian breakfasts. Rich in beta-glucan fiber which helps regulate blood sugar.