Methi paratha vs mooli paratha: calories and protein compared
Short answer: for fat loss pick mooli paratha; for muscle gain methi paratha does more. The numbers are per usual serving, so check the serving sizes in the table.
| Per serving | Methi paratha | Mooli paratha |
|---|---|---|
| Serving | 1 paratha | 1 paratha |
| Calories | 252 kcal | 248 kcal |
| Protein | 7 g | 6 g |
| Carbs | 35 g | 35 g |
| Fat | 9 g | 9 g |
| Protein per 100 kcal | 2.7 g | 2.5 g |
| Calories from fat | 33% | 33% |
What the numbers say
- Calories are close: 252 vs 248 kcal a serving.
- Protein is about the same (7 vs 6 g).
- For protein per calorie, methi paratha wins with 2.7 g per 100 kcal.
Which to pick
- Losing fat: Mooli paratha, because it is lighter and the protein difference is small.
- Building muscle: Methi paratha, 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.