How many calories are in Lau Chingri?
Lau Chingri has about 300 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.
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Lau Chingri
Lau Chingri is a lunch bangladeshi recipe with 300 calories per serving, nutrition details, and step-by-step preparation guidance.
Calories
300 kcal
Total Time
30 min
Servings
1
Protein
20 g
Ingredients
- bottle gourd (lau)200g
- small prawns (chingri)100g
- turmeric powder.5 tsp
- saltTo taste
- panch phoron.5 tsp
- bay leaf1 piece
- ginger paste.5 tsp
- oil for cookingAs needed
- cilantro, chopped1 tbsp
- a pinch of garam masalaAs needed
Instructions
- 1
Step 1
Peel and chop bottle gourd (lau) into small pieces.
- 2
Step 2
Marinate small prawns (chingri) with turmeric and salt, then lightly fry them.
- 3
Step 3
Heat oil in a pan and temper with panch phoron and a bay leaf.
- 4
Step 4
Add the chopped bottle gourd and sauté for a few minutes.
- 5
Step 5
Add ginger paste, turmeric powder, and salt. Cook until the bottle gourd is soft.
- 6
Step 6
Add the fried prawns and simmer for a few more minutes.
- 7
Step 7
Garnish with fresh cilantro and a sprinkle of garam masala.
Nutrition Snapshot
Macros and micros at a glance
Calories
300
Protein
20g
Carbs
15g
Fat
18g
Fiber
4g
Micronutrients
Iron
2 mg
Zinc
1.5 mg
Sodium
250 mg
Calcium
60 mg
Folate
30 mcg
Magnesium
40 mg
Potassium
300 mg
Vitamin C
15 mg
Vitamin A
20 mcg
Vitamin B12
1 mcg
Diet and Allergen Guide
Vegetarian
No
Vegan
No
Gluten Free
No
Dairy Free
No
Allergens
Fish
Meal Prep and Storage
Make it easier to prep ahead
Lau Chingri can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lau Chingri
Is Lau Chingri suitable for vegetarians?
No. Lau Chingri is not vegetarian as written.
Is Lau Chingri gluten-free?
Lau Chingri is not reliably gluten-free as written. You can often adapt it with gluten-free swaps if needed.
Are there any allergen ingredients in Lau Chingri?
Yes. This recipe includes Fish. Always review ingredient labels if you are cooking for an allergy-sensitive household.
Can I make Lau Chingri ahead of time?
Lau Chingri can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.
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