Rice Idli (Hommade) (1 Serving) and Tomato Chutney (1 Tablespoon)

Reduce the portion of the triggering meal and avoid going back for seconds; consider splitting the same serving into two smaller meals several hours apart.

Eat a protein- and fiber-rich starter such as plain unsweetened curd, roasted chana, or a small handful of peanuts before the meal.

Add a generous serving of non-starchy vegetables such as cucumber, tomato, cabbage, spinach, okra, or cauliflower alongside the meal.

Keep the tomato chutney unsweetened; avoid adding sugar, jaggery, sweetened coconut, or large amounts of oil.

Choose a savory accompaniment made with moong dal or other lentils, such as moong dal chilla or a lentil-based vegetable side, instead of adding more idlis.

Take a 10–20 minute easy walk after eating, if safe for you, and track your glucose response to identify the portion that works best.