18g protein, 370 calories: Mumbai nutritionist shares PCOS-friendly methi chana kadhi recipe for a healthy meal

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) can cause symptoms such as irregular periods, acne, unwanted hair growth, weight changes and insulin resistance, making balanced nutrition an important part of managing the condition. Meals rich in protein, fibre, healthy fats and minimally processed ingredients can help support steady blood sugar levels, improve satiety and promote overall hormonal health. Choosing nutrient-dense, wholesome meals can also make it easier to maintain a sustainable eating routine while managing PCOS symptoms. Mumbai nutritionist Vanshika Khurana once shared a video on Instagram featuring a protein-packed Jodhpuri methi chana kadhi recipe, offering 18g of protein and just 370 calories per serving.

Methi chana kadhi: Ingredients required

1.5 cups boiled channa

1 cup methi


1 cup Greek yogurt

3/4th cup besan

1 tsp ghee

1 tsp jeera

3-4 garlic cloves (minced - optional)

2 dried red chillies

6-7 curry leaves

1-2 slit green chillies

Pinch of hing

1/4th tsp methi dana

1 tbsp jaggery

Spices - 1/2 tsp Red chilli powder, Salt, 1/4tsp Pepper, 1/4tsp haldi, 1/2 tsp aamchur, 1/2 tsp coriander powder

Methi chana kadhi: How to make

To prepare the methi chana kadhi, first, the yogurt, besan and spices are combined with 300–400 ml of water and mixed thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps. In a pan, ghee is heated, followed by garlic, green and red chillies, methi dana, hing, jeera, mustard seeds and curry leaves. These ingredients are sautéed for 2–3 minutes until aromatic.

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Next, chopped methi is added to the pan and sautéed for another two minutes. The prepared besan-yogurt mixture is then poured in and brought to a boil over a medium flame. Once it starts boiling, the kadhi is cooked for around five minutes. Boiled kala chana is added next, and the kadhi is allowed to simmer for another 10–15 minutes so the flavours combine well. Finally, a little jaggery is added for balance. The methi chana kadhi is served hot with rice.