Lotus stem kofta curry (Kamal kakdi kofta curry)
Also called: Lotus stem kofta curry, Kamal kakdi kofta, kamal kakdi kofta curry, kamal kakdi kofta masala, lotus stem kofta, kamal kakdi kofta gravy, kamal kakdi koftaa, kamal kakdi curry, kamal kakdi kofta sabzi
Lotus stem kofta curry, yani kamal kakdi kofta curry, is that rich North Indian-style gravy people love at family lunches, shaadi buffets, or Sunday ka special dinner. Crispy kofta pieces in a spicy onion-tomato masala make it feel indulgent and proper ghar ka khana, especially with roti or rice.
Per 1 bowl (175g)
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Per bowl (175g) | Per 100g |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 1108.8 kcal | 633.6 kcal |
| Protein | 1.8g | 1g |
| Carbohydrates | 8.8g | 5g |
| Fat | 118.7g | 67.8g |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 1g |
| Sugar | 1.6g | 0.9g |
| Micronutrients (per 100g) | ||
| Sodium | 108.61 mg | |
| Calcium | 19.31 mg | |
| Iron | 0.65 mg | |
| Vitamin C | 38.6 mg | |
| Folate | 57.76 µg | |
What Goes Into It
Per serving (1 bowl)
gastroenterology Gut Health Insight
This curry is tasty, but gut-wise it is quite heavy because the per serving fat is very high, and the fiber is low for such a rich dish. Kamal kakdi and onion do bring a bit of fiber, vitamin C, and folate, but most of the serving is coming from oil/fat and bread-based kofta, which can feel slow to digest and may cause acidity in some people. If you’re eating it, pair it with plain roti, a bowl of curd, or a cucumber salad so the meal feels lighter on the stomach. Also, keep the gravy portion smaller if you know fried foods tend to sit heavy with you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lotus stem kofta curry healthy?
It is more of an indulgent curry than an everyday healthy one. One 175 g bowl has about 1108.8 kcal and 118.7 g fat, so it is very rich and best enjoyed as an occasional treat, not a regular meal.
How many calories are in 1 bowl of kamal kakdi kofta curry?
One serving of 1 bowl, or 175 g, has about 1108.8 kcal. That is quite high because the koftas and gravy are made with a lot of fat.
Can diabetics eat lotus stem kofta curry?
The carbs are low at about 8.8 g per bowl, but the dish is still very heavy because of the fat content. For diabetics, a small portion with roti or salad is safer than a large helping, and it should not be the main regular curry.
Is kamal kakdi kofta curry good for weight loss?
Not really, because one bowl is calorie-dense and has 118.7 g fat with only 1.8 g protein and 1.8 g fiber. If you are watching weight, this is a dish to keep for rare meals and have just a few koftas with extra salad or curd.
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download Get Shellel FreeNutrition data sourced from ICMR-NIN Indian Food Composition Tables (IFCT) and the Indian Nutrient Database (INDB 2024). Values are per standard serving and may vary with preparation method.