Best rotis and breads for muscle gain
Ranked by protein in one serving, with calories as the tie-break. Paneer paratha comes first; puri comes last.
- Paneer paratha343 kcal · 13 g protein · 1 paratha · Yes, as part of a protein-rich meal
- Amritsari kulcha342 kcal · 8 g protein · 1 kulcha · Not for protein
- Garlic naan308 kcal · 7 g protein · 1 naan · Not for protein
- Butter naan287 kcal · 7 g protein · 1 naan · Not for protein
- Aloo paratha285 kcal · 7 g protein · 1 paratha · Not for protein
- Bhatura324 kcal · 6 g protein · 1 bhatura · Not for protein
- Lachha paratha255 kcal · 6 g protein · 1 paratha · Not for protein
- Plain paratha212 kcal · 5 g protein · 1 paratha · Not for protein
- Tandoori roti149 kcal · 5 g protein · 1 roti · Not for protein
- Rumali roti158 kcal · 4 g protein · 1 roti · Not for protein
- Roti with ghee126 kcal · 3 g protein · 1 medium · Not for protein
- Roti99 kcal · 3 g protein · 1 medium · Not for protein
- Puri111 kcal · 2 g protein · 1 puri · Not for protein
How to use the list
- Lean on the top half for protein; use the rest for energy around training.
- Numbers assume home recipes with 5–8 g of oil or ghee a serving. Restaurant versions often carry double.