question
How many calories are in one paratha?
calories in one paratha
Quick answer
A medium plain paratha defaults to about 290 kcal in this calculator—usually higher than a medium roti because of laminated fat.
Default: 1 medium plain paratha.
Paratha · 1 medium plain paratha
290kcal
Default calculator serving — unverified estimate
Macros at the default serving
6g protein · 36g carbs · 13g fat
Why values vary
Stuffed fillings, extra ghee on the tawa, and larger diameters raise calories quickly. Stuffed aloo or egg parathas are separate food records.
Portion comparison
Servings available on this food in the calculator.
| Serving | kcal | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 medium plain paratha | 290 | 6g | 36g | 13g |
| 1 small paratha | 210 | 4.5g | 26g | 9.5g |
| 1 large paratha | 380 | 8g | 46g | 17g |
Plain versus stuffed
This page answers plain paratha. Stuffed variants should be opened as their own foods so fillings are not guessed.
Source explanation
Estimate from the shared plain-paratha record (unverified until source-matched or recipe-calculated).
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