Curry, lentil, whole/masoor, Punjabi, homemade

This homemade Punjabi lentil curry is made with whole masoor lentils and has a medium consistency. It provides carbohydrate, fat and protein. Per 100g, it contains 620 kJ of energy, 14g of carbohydrate, 8.3g of fat and 5.7g of protein. These figures describe the supplied recipe; the nutritional content of other homemade versions will depend on the ingredients used.

Protein supports the maintenance and repair of body tissues, while carbohydrate and fat provide energy. Lentils also contribute iron, which is needed to make haemoglobin, the substance in red blood cells that carries oxygen. For people monitoring salt or saturated fat intake, the amount of salt and the type of cooking fat used are relevant. Full nutritional figures are in the tables below.