Afghan Rice Pilaf With Chicken and Yogurt - Bor Pilau Recipe

Afghan Rice Pilaf With Chicken and Yogurt - Bor Pilau has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Thiamin, Niacin and Pantothenic Acid.

The food contains 94.8g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very high in complex carbs and average in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. With 43.1 gms of protein, it is very high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Moreover, the very high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's high MUFA and high PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the top 10% of all food items.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also very high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Afghani cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Afghan Rice Pilaf With Chicken and Yogurt - Bor Pilau has been given a composite ranking of 69, and in moderation.