Calories in Aloo Paratha
One medium aloo paratha of about 120 g has roughly 290-340 calories, or around 260 calories per 100 g. The potato filling is moderate; the oil or ghee used on the tawa decides most of the range. A dollop of butter on top adds 70-100 calories, and dhaba-style parathas are often larger and richer.
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Aloo Paratha Nutrition Facts (per 100 g)
| Calories | 260 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 5.5 g |
| Carbohydrates | 35 g |
| Fat | 11 g |
| Fiber | 3.5 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 380 mg |
Typical reference values. Real dishes vary with ingredients, oil, portion size, and cooking method. Source: USDA-style reference values, pending dietitian verification.
Aloo Paratha Calories by Serving Size
| Serving | Weight | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 small paratha (90 g) | 90 g | ~235 kcal |
| 1 medium paratha (120 g) | 120 g | ~310 kcal |
| 1 large dhaba paratha (170 g) | 170 g | ~440 kcal |
| 2 medium parathas (240 g) | 240 g | ~625 kcal |
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Quick Answer
One medium aloo paratha of about 120 g has roughly 310 calories when cooked with a normal amount of oil or ghee. A small 90 g paratha is closer to 235, and a large dhaba-style one can reach 440. Aloo paratha averages about 260 calories per 100 g.
The whole-wheat dough and spiced potato filling are not the problem. The fat used to roast the paratha on the tawa, plus the butter often served on top, is what turns a 250-calorie breakfast into a 450-calorie one.
Why Aloo Paratha Calories Vary
Aloo paratha is cooked differently in every kitchen. The biggest swings come from:
- Oil or ghee on the tawa, often one to two teaspoons per side
- A cube or dollop of butter on top, at roughly 70-100 calories
- Size and thickness, especially for dhaba and restaurant parathas
- How much potato filling is packed in
- Whole-wheat atta versus maida in the dough
- Frozen supermarket parathas, which are often pre-laminated with fat
- Sides such as yogurt, achar and chai with milk and sugar
The dough and filling are fairly steady. The fat on the tawa and on top is what to estimate honestly.
How Aloo Paratha Fits a Calorie Deficit
Aloo paratha is a filling breakfast, and it can fit a deficit if you treat it as the main part of the meal rather than an extra. Where it adds up:
- Two parathas with butter can pass 800 calories before chai
- Ghee spooned on during cooking is rarely measured
- Frozen parathas can be richer than homemade ones
- Sweet chai and achar add calories that are easy to forget
One medium paratha with plain yogurt and a cup of chai with less sugar is a satisfying 400-450 calorie breakfast that fits most budgets.
How to Make Aloo Paratha Lower in Calories
These swaps keep the paratha and lose some of the calories:
- Use one teaspoon of oil for the whole paratha, brushed thinly
- Skip the butter on top, or use a small amount
- Roll a little thinner and smaller
- Mix grated cauliflower or peas into the potato filling for volume
- Pair with plain yogurt for protein instead of a second paratha
- Have one paratha and add eggs or a bowl of dahi to make it a full meal
Cutting the tawa fat from two teaspoons to one and skipping the butter can save 100-150 calories per paratha.
How to Track Aloo Paratha in SlimAI
- Open SlimAI and add the meal.
- Search the food database for aloo paratha and pick the size.
- Or photograph your breakfast plate, and the scan names the paratha and estimates the serving.
- Voice and free-text logging work too: "one aloo paratha with butter and a cup of chai".
- Adjust the serving if your paratha was bigger or thicker than medium.
- Add butter, ghee or yogurt as separate items, then save.
For frozen parathas, compare the printed label on the pack with your entry, then add any oil you used to cook them.
FAQ
Questions, answered
How many calories are in one aloo paratha?
One medium aloo paratha of about 120 g has roughly 290-340 calories. Small ones are about 235 calories, and large dhaba-style parathas can reach 440 or more, especially with butter.
How many calories are in aloo paratha with butter?
Add roughly 70-100 calories for a dollop of butter on top, so a medium buttered aloo paratha is usually 380-440 calories.
Is aloo paratha good for weight loss?
It can fit if you eat one medium paratha cooked with little oil and pair it with yogurt or eggs for protein. Two buttered parathas are a much heavier meal.
How do I log aloo paratha in SlimAI?
Search "aloo paratha" in SlimAI, choose the size, or photograph your plate. Log butter and yogurt as separate items so the entry matches what you ate.
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