High-Protein Desi Recipes

High-Protein Chicken Karahi

Desi food CAN be fat-loss food. A high-protein, lower-calorie recipe that fits a fat-loss diet.

per serve · serves 2 · nutrition is approximate

Ingredients

• 500g chicken breast, cubed
• 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 1 tbsp oil
• Ginger, garlic, green chilli
• Salt, black pepper, cumin, coriander

Method

1. Sear chicken in oil on high heat
2. Add ginger-garlic + tomatoes, cook down
3. Season, add chilli, simmer 10 min
4. Finish with fresh coriander + ginger

Why it works for fat loss

Protein keeps you full for longer and helps you hold on to muscle while you're in a calorie deficit. This recipe gets you about 55g of protein for roughly 360 calories, so you can enjoy great flavour while losing fat. Serve it with salad or a small portion of rice or roti to fit your daily calories.