Nutritional Facts of Rice Khichu ( Gujarati Recipe), Calories in Rice Khichu ( Gujarati Recipe)

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How many calories does one serving of Rice Khichu have?

One serving of Rice Khichu gives 169 calories. Out of which carbohydrates comprise 109 calories, proteins account for 8 calories and remaining calories come from fat which is 49 calories.  One serving of Rice Khichu provides about 8 percent of the total daily calorie requirement of a standard adult diet of 2,000 calories.

See Rice Khichu recipe. Gujarat is known for its many snacks that are a treat to the palate even while being friendly to the stomach! here is another such easy to make and easily digestible afternoon snack that is so popular that it is even sold on the streets of gujarat. Rice khichu is so named because it has to be served really hot, when it is soft and aromatic. However, serving it in the traditional way with oodles of raw oil can turn this healthy snack into an unhealthy one. So, we suggest you shape it with an interesting mould, and top it with just a little bit oil before serving. A word of caution - when making this dish, stir in the flour quickly to avoid lumps.

Is Rice Khichu healthy?

No, this is not healthy. Let's see why.

Let's understand the Ingredients.

What's good.

1. Garlic : Garlic has been proven to lower cholesterol. The active ingredient allicin present in garlic aids in lowering blood pressure. Garlic is also alleged to help regulate blood glucose levels for diabetics. Garlic is great for the heart and circulatory system. Garlic has an antimicrobial, antiviral and antifungal function and can help in relieving common cold and other infections. The thiosulphate compound, Allicin found in garlic acts as a strong antioxidant and protects our body from damage of free radicals.  Read here for complete benefits of garlic

2.Coriander (kothmir, dhania) : The antioxidants vitamin Avitamin C and the quercetin present in coriander works towards strengthening our immune system. Coriander is a fairly good source of iron and folate – the 2 nutrient which help in the production and maintenance of red blood cells in our blood. Good for reducing cholesterol and good for diabetics. Read 9 benefits of coriander to understand details. 

What's the problem?

1. Rice flour (chawal ka atta) Rice flour is high in carbohydrates, not a good source of protein. Since it is made from polished rice it has no vitamins and minerals. Consumption of rice flour can cause inflammtion in your body and not good for heart patients and diabetics. See full details on is rice flour bad for you

2. Vegetable Oils : To some vegetable oil is only soyabean oil, while some promote it as a mix of oils like soyabean, canola, sunflower, corn and other omega-6 rich oils. These are often cheaper options than many oils, but they are highly processed oils. They are undoubtedly not to be reached out for, whether you are looking for salad dressings, sautéing or cooking.  The 5 best oils used in cooking are olive oil (low temperature short time cooking), avocado oilcanola oilcoconut oil and peanut oil. You must read the super article to find the facts of  which oil is the healthiest avoid vegetable oil

Can diabetics, heart patients and over weight individuals have Rice Khichu?

No, this recipe is not good for diabetics, heart and weight loss. Rice flour is high in carbohydrates, not a good source of protein. Since it is made from polished rice it has no vitamins and minerals. Consumption of rice flour can cause inflammtion in your body and not good for heart patients and diabetics.

Here are some Healthy Indian snack options.

You can have Baked Samosa with mixed sproutsMatarsutir Kachori,  Oats Moong Dal TikkiBaked methi muthia recipe,  Zunka recipemoong dal dhokla recipe bajra carrot onion uttapam recipe , baked palak jowar murukkumini jowar pancakesoats upmabaked sev  or buckwheat pancake as one healthy recipe option. 

Baked Methi Muthias

Baked Methi Muthias

Can healthy individuals have Rice Khichu?

No.

How to burn 169 calories that come from Rice Khichu?

Walking (6 kmph) = 51 mins

Running (11 kmph) = 17 mins

Cycling (30 kmph) = 23 mins          

Swimming (2 kmph) = 29 mins

Note: These values are approximate and calorie burning differs in each individual.

Value per serving% Daily Values
Energy169 cal8%
Protein2 g4%
Carbohydrates27.2 g9%
Fiber0.8 g3%
Fat5.5 g8%
Cholesterol0 mg0%
VITAMINS
Vitamin A45 mcg1%
Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)0 mg0%
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)0 mg0%
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)0.9 mg8%
Vitamin C0 mg0%
Vitamin E0 mg0%
Folic Acid (Vitamin B9)1.4 mcg1%
MINERALS
Calcium3.4 mg1%
Iron0.1 mg0%
Magnesium11.9 mg3%
Phosphorus33.3 mg6%
Sodium0 mg0%
Potassium25.8 mg1%
Zinc0.3 mg3%
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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