Pastry filled with Potatoes and Peas (Fried) (1 Regular Samosa) and Dhokla (1 Piece)

Reduce the portion: choose either a small serving of dhokla or one fried potato-and-pea pastry rather than both at the same meal.

Eat a protein-and-fiber starter first, such as plain unsweetened Greek yogurt, roasted chickpeas, or a salad of cucumber, tomato, leafy greens, and lemon.

Replace the fried potato-and-pea pastry with a baked chickpea-flour snack or a small serving of sprouts chaat without sweet chutney.

Skip sweet chutneys, sugary drinks, and dessert with this meal; use mint-coriander chutney, lemon, or plain yogurt instead.

Add a small handful of almonds, walnuts, or peanuts alongside the meal to slow absorption and improve fullness.

Take a 10–20 minute easy walk soon after eating, if safe and appropriate for you.