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

Reduce the portion: eat half the pastry or share it, and avoid adding fries, sugary drinks, or dessert at the same meal.

Have a large non-starchy vegetable salad first, such as leafy greens, cucumber, tomatoes, peppers, and a vinegar-based dressing.

Pair the pastry with protein and fat, such as eggs, plain Greek yogurt, tofu, paneer, or a small handful of nuts, rather than eating it alone.

Choose water, unsweetened tea, or black coffee instead of juice, soda, sweetened chai, or milkshakes.

Take a 10–20 minute easy walk soon after eating to help muscles use circulating glucose.

When possible, replace the fried pastry with a baked option using a lentil, chickpea, or vegetable filling and a smaller amount of pastry.