Bhindi Gosht Calories Calculator
Bhindi gosht is a Pakistani curry combining tender okra (ladies' fingers) with slow-cooked mutton or beef in a spiced tomato masala. The okra provides body and a mild natural thickener to the gravy. At approximately 165 kcal per 100g, a 200g serving delivers around 330 kcal.
Bhindi Gosht Calculator
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Bhindi Gosht nutrition tips
Bhindi gosht is moderate in calories. The okra itself is very low calorie (~33 kcal per 100g raw) but absorbs oil during frying. The meat provides the bulk of protein and fat. Frying okra before adding to the curry is a common technique that increases oil absorption — this step can be skipped and replaced with oven-roasting.
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To reduce calories, roast or air-fry okra before adding to the curry rather than pan-frying in oil. Use lean beef cuts rather than fatty mutton. Keep oil to 1.5–2 tablespoons per 500g combined ingredients. Adding extra okra increases volume with minimal calorie addition.
Best for fitness goals
Bhindi gosht provides a good protein-fibre combination — the okra adds dietary fibre (important for gut health and satiety) alongside the protein from meat. For weight loss, a 200g serving at 330 kcal is a solid, filling meal. For muscle gain pair with rice and raita.
Bhindi Gosht Calories Guide — Portion Size Table
| Portion / Goal | Estimated Calories | Best Use |
|---|---|---|
| Small serving (~150g) | ~248 kcal | Light meal |
| Standard serving (~200g) | ~330 kcal | Typical home serving |
| Large serving (~300g) | ~495 kcal | High-protein portion |
Bhindi Gosht — Pakistan's Okra Meat Curry
Bhindi gosht is one of Pakistan's most beloved everyday curries — a practical, filling, and highly nutritious combination of fresh okra and slow-cooked meat that appears on weekday lunch tables across Punjab, Sindh, and beyond. The dish combines two ingredients that each bring distinct nutritional benefits: bhindi (okra or ladies' fingers) — one of the most fibre-rich vegetables commonly used in Pakistani cooking — and gosht (meat), which provides the protein, iron, and zinc that make the dish a genuinely complete meal when served with a simple roti or chapati.
The preparation of bhindi gosht requires handling the notoriously sticky mucilage of okra. Most experienced Pakistani cooks either fry the bhindi separately in hot oil until the sliminess subsides before adding it to the curry, or dry-roast it in a pan first. The resulting curry has a light, slightly thickened gravy from the cooked-down okra and a rich, tomatoey spice base from the traditional bhunai of onion, ginger, garlic, tomato, and spices.
Bhindi Gosht Nutrition Table
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per 200g serving |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 165 kcal | 330 kcal |
| Protein | 14g | 28g |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 16g |
| Fat | 9g | 18g |
Activity Burn
| Activity | Time to burn 330 kcal |
|---|---|
| Brisk walking | ~57 minutes |
| Jogging | ~28 minutes |
| Cycling | ~34 minutes |
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FAQs
How many calories in bhindi gosht?
A 200g home serving contains approximately 330 kcal. Restaurant versions with more oil can reach 380–420 kcal per 200g.
What is bhindi gosht?
Bhindi gosht is a Pakistani curry made with okra (bhindi/ladies' fingers) and meat (gosht — typically mutton or beef), cooked in a spiced tomato-onion gravy.
Is bhindi gosht healthy?
Yes — okra provides dietary fibre, folate, and vitamin C alongside the protein from meat. It is more nutritious than many meat-only curries.
Why does my bhindi gosht become slimy?
Okra releases mucilage when cut. To reduce sliminess: dry okra thoroughly before cutting, fry in hot oil before adding to curry, avoid stirring too much, and add a splash of vinegar or lemon juice to the gravy.
Is bhindi gosht good for weight loss?
Yes, in controlled portions. The high fibre from okra aids satiety, and a 200g serving is only 330 kcal — a reasonable calorie count for a complete meat curry.
Nutritional data based on standard Pakistani recipes and regional food databases. Values vary by preparation method, oil quantity, and portion size. Use as a general guide only. See our Data Sources and Methodology pages.