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Complete Indian Food Carb Chart 2026

Free comprehensive carb counting guide for 200+ Indian foods. Perfect for Type 1 diabetes management.

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How to Use This Carb Chart

  • Portion sizes matter: All carb counts are for the portions listed. Adjust for your actual serving size.
  • Cooking method affects carbs: Deep-fried items absorb oil but carb content stays similar.
  • 1 katori = Small bowl, approximately 150-200g depending on food density
  • Protein and fat slow absorption: Higher protein/fat foods cause slower glucose rise

South Indian Breakfast

Food ItemPortionCarbs (g)Protein (g)Fat (g)
Plain Dosa (medium, 8-10")1 piece28g4g2g
Masala Dosa1 piece45g6g8g
Idli (medium)1 piece12g2g0.5g
Uthappam (plain)1 piece32g5g3g
Vada (medu vada)1 piece10g3g6g
Upma (rava)1 katori35g4g5g
Poha (beaten rice)1 katori32g3g4g
Pesarattu1 piece30g8g3g

North Indian Bread

Food ItemPortionCarbs (g)Protein (g)Fat (g)
Roti/Chapati (whole wheat)1 piece (30g)15g3g1g
Paratha (plain)1 piece22g4g7g
Aloo Paratha1 piece35g5g10g
Puri1 piece13g2g5g
Naan (plain)1 piece45g7g5g
Kulcha1 piece40g6g6g
Bhatura1 piece50g6g15g

Rice & Rice Dishes

Food ItemPortionCarbs (g)Protein (g)Fat (g)
White Rice (cooked)1 katori (150g)45g4g0.5g
Brown Rice (cooked)1 katori40g5g2g
Jeera Rice1 katori48g4g4g
Biryani (veg)1 plate70g8g15g
Biryani (chicken)1 plate65g25g18g
Pulao1 katori55g6g8g
Curd Rice1 katori50g6g5g
Lemon Rice1 katori48g4g6g

Dal & Curries

Food ItemPortionCarbs (g)Protein (g)Fat (g)
Dal (any variety, cooked)1 katori20g9g5g
Sambar1 katori15g7g4g
Rajma (kidney beans)1 katori40g15g1g
Chole (chickpeas)1 katori45g15g6g
Paneer Butter Masala1 katori12g14g18g
Palak Paneer1 katori8g12g15g

Snacks & Street Food

Food ItemPortionCarbs (g)Protein (g)Fat (g)
Samosa1 piece25g4g10g
Vada Pav1 piece45g6g12g
Pani Puri6 pieces30g3g8g
Bhel Puri1 plate35g5g10g
Dhokla2 pieces20g4g2g
Kachori1 piece28g4g12g
Pakora/Bhajji4 pieces20g4g10g

Sweets & Desserts

Food ItemPortionCarbs (g)Protein (g)Fat (g)
Gulab Jamun1 piece25g2g8g
Rasgulla1 piece20g3g1g
Jalebi2 pieces30g1g8g
Barfi1 piece (30g)15g3g5g
Kheer1 katori35g5g6g
Ladoo1 piece20g3g7g

Beverages

Food ItemPortionCarbs (g)Protein (g)Fat (g)
Chai (with sugar)1 cup12g2g2g
Lassi (sweet)1 glass35g6g5g
Nimbu Pani (sweetened)1 glass25g0g0g
Sugarcane Juice1 glass40g0g0g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many carbs are in one dosa?

A medium plain dosa (8-10 inches) contains approximately 28 grams of carbohydrates. A masala dosa with potato filling has about 45 grams of carbs.

How many carbs are in one idli?

One medium-sized idli contains approximately 12 grams of carbohydrates, 2 grams of protein, and 0.5 grams of fat.

How do I count carbs in Indian food for Type 1 diabetes?

To count carbs in Indian food:

  1. Measure portion sizes using standard measures (katori, roti, etc.)
  2. Use a reliable carb chart for Indian foods (like this one)
  3. Consider cooking methods that affect carb content
  4. Use apps like CarbSathi that recognize Indian foods automatically from photos

What is 1 katori in grams?

1 katori (small bowl) is approximately 150-200 grams depending on the food. For rice and dal, 1 katori is roughly 150g.

Is CarbSathi better than manually counting carbs?

Yes! CarbSathi is faster (5 seconds vs 2-3 minutes), more accurate for Indian foods, and learns your personal insulin response patterns over time. Manual counting is good for learning, but CarbSathi makes daily management much easier.

About CarbSathi

CarbSathi is an AI-powered carb counting app built specifically for Type 1 diabetes patients in India. It recognizes Indian foods from photos, calculates accurate carb counts, and recommends insulin doses based on your personalized settings.

Unlike generic apps, CarbSathi understands dosa, idli, biryani, paratha, and 200+ Indian foods with accurate portion sizes and regional variations.

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