Given that more and more people opt for takeaway food these days, it’s definitely not something that you can eat as part of a balanced diet.
Or so, the misconception about takeaway food has been for a while. There are a few options that are actually healthy enough. It’s just a matter of picking the right dishes, no matter which cuisine catches your fancy.
Here are 3 take away food options that are healthier than you think:
1: Garlic Prawns
Prawns make for an excellent (and lean) source of protein , the omega-3 fats as well as nutrients such as selenium and iron too. The best way to enjoy this take away food is to have sauteed prawns along with rice and a veggie-rich stir fry. Just make you sure they don’t add too much butter, though.
2: Pad Thai
Noodles tend to have a lower GI than rice and so this will have a lesser effect on their blood sugar levels. The best way to avoid unhealthy consumption is to share the main course with someone while eating stir-fry veg or a green salad along with it. If you have the option to pick the type of noodles, choose the soba or egg-based noodles instead.
3: Rogan Josh
This dish is packed with lots of antioxidant spices when prepared the traditional way. Always pick the one made from mustard or olive oil. Avoid the ones that are prepared with ghee or with cream-based curries. Also, pick rotis or the whole grain pita breads instead of white bread.
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