Dal Yellow (Hommade) (1 Serving) and Fried Whole Wheat Puri or Poori Bread (Indian Puffed Bread) (1 Puri (Approx 4 4/5 Inches Dia))

Replace most or all puri with barley roti or besan chilla; these are typically less likely to cause a rapid rise than fried puffed bread.

Keep yellow dal to a measured portion and avoid adding potatoes, rice, or extra bread in the same meal.

Start the meal with a large serving of non-starchy vegetables such as spinach, okra, cauliflower, cabbage, or salad, then eat dal and bread last.

Add protein and fat without added sugar, such as plain unsweetened yogurt, paneer, eggs, fish, or tofu, alongside the dal.

Limit puri to one small piece if you choose to have it, and avoid seconds; choose a smaller, thinner preparation with minimal oil when possible.

Take a 10–20 minute easy walk after the meal, if safe for you, and use your glucose response to guide future portion sizes.