Tea with Milk and Sugar (1 Teacup (6 Fl Oz)) and English Indian Fried Idli (1 Piece)

Reduce the fried idli portion and avoid having it on an empty stomach; eat slowly and stop before feeling full.

Replace sugar in tea with a non-caloric sweetener, or gradually reduce the amount of sugar; keep the milk portion modest.

Pair the meal with protein such as eggs, paneer, plain Greek yogurt, or a small handful of almonds to slow glucose absorption.

Add a serving of non-starchy vegetables such as cucumber, tomato, spinach, cabbage, or bell peppers alongside the idli.

Choose steamed idli rather than fried idli when possible, and limit chutneys or sauces containing added sugar.

Take a 10–20 minute easy walk soon after eating, if safe for you, to help reduce the post-meal rise.