Zunka
झुणका · ఝుణకా
A Maharashtrian dry dish of gram flour (besan) cooked with onions, garlic and spices, traditionally eaten with jowar or bajra bhakri. The chickpea-flour base is protein-rich and low-GI.
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
Besan (chickpea flour) is low-GI and high in protein; keep the oil modest and pair zunka with a jowar or bajra bhakri rather than wheat for a fully low-GI Maharashtrian plate.
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