Indian Stir-Fried Shrimp in Cream Sauce (Bhagari Jhinga) Recipe

Indian Stir-Fried Shrimp in Cream Sauce (Bhagari Jhinga) has a high-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron.

The food contains 9g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and low 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. Its low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 30 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.

Not only that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is very high in saturated fats and low in trans fats.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 4.5 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.

It belongs to Indian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Side Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Indian Stir-Fried Shrimp in Cream Sauce (Bhagari Jhinga) has been given a composite ranking of 9, and sparingly.