Jowar roti vs makki ki roti: calories and protein compared
Short answer: for fat loss pick jowar roti; for muscle gain makki ki roti does more. The numbers are per usual serving, so check the serving sizes in the table.
| Per serving | Jowar roti | Makki ki roti |
|---|---|---|
| Serving | 1 roti | 1 roti |
| Calories | 134 kcal | 220 kcal |
| Protein | 4 g | 5 g |
| Carbs | 27 g | 37 g |
| Fat | 1 g | 7 g |
| Protein per 100 kcal | 3 g | 2 g |
| Calories from fat | 5% | 29% |
What the numbers say
- Makki ki roti has 86 kcal more a serving than jowar roti. One serving of makki ki roti has the calories of about 1.6 servings of jowar roti.
- Protein is about the same (4 vs 5 g).
- For protein per calorie, jowar roti wins with 3 g per 100 kcal.
- They suit different diets: jowar roti is vegan and makki ki roti is vegetarian.
Which to pick
- Losing fat: Jowar roti, because it gives more protein for each calorie, which keeps you full and protects muscle.
- Building muscle: Makki ki roti, because it brings more protein a serving.
- Either way: the cooking fat moves both numbers most. Halving the oil or ghee is the easiest cut.