How many calories does one cup of Jain White Sauce have?

One cup  (16 tablespoon, 15 grams per tbsp) of Jain White Sauce gives 417 calories. Out of which carbohydrates comprise 90 calories, proteins account for 50 calories and remaining calories come from fat which is 274 calories.  One serving of Muesli provides about 20.8 percent of the total daily calorie requirement of a standard adult diet of 2,000 calories.

Jain White Sauce recipe makes 16 tablespoons, 15 grams per tablespoon. Jain White Sauce has 26 calories per tablespoons.

417 calories for 1 cup of Jain White Sauce, Cholesterol 82.7 mg, Carbohydrates 22.2g, Protein 12.8g, Fat 30.4g. Find how much fibre, iron, calcium, zinc, magnesium, phosphorus, sodium, potassium, folic acid is present in Jain White Sauce.

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Jain white sauce is an alternative option for Jains. White sauce also known as béchamel sauce is one of the mother sauce made with milk, butter , refined flour , salt and pepper.

Traditionally, the milk for white sauce is boiled with studded onion submerged into it, but our Jain white sauce recipe doesn’t have any onion. Jain white sauce is used as base for many Jain soups and international dishes.

1. To make jain white sauce recipe, heat a pan and melt the butter in it.
2. Add the flour and cook on a slow flame till frothy, while stirring continuously.
3. Add the milk gradually and stir continuously till the sauce thickens.
4. Add salt and pepper. Mix well and cook for a minute. Keep aside.
5. You can store jain white sauce in the refrigerator, in an air-tight container for 4-5 days.

Is Jain white sauce healthy ?

Yes for some and no for others.

What's good ?

Milk, Low Fat Milk, Milk powder : 1 cup of milk provides 70% of the Recommended Daily Allowance of Calcium. Milk promotes strong bones. The Calcium in Milk helps to protect your teeth against gum disease and keeps your jaw bone strong and healthy. Milk is low in carbs and therefore does not raise blood glucose levels. However diabetics must consider including low fat milk as advised by their dietitian only so as to avoid any fluctuations in blood sugar levels. Protein is another key nutrient which milk is rich in - 8.6 g from a cup. So all those looking to build protein stores can add milk and its products like curd, and paneer to their diet. One cup of Milk gives 10 grams of carbs.  Low fat milk has lower fat and the same benefits of milk. 

Butter : Butter contains 80% fats and it comprises of many types of fatty acids. Butter has short chain fatty acids and medium chain fatty acids which are broken down and absorbed into the body directly and go straight to the liver and get converted to fuel to be used by the muscles. Due to this anti-inflammatory effect, it is said to have a positive effect in treating Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Recent research shows that small amounts of butter has positive effects on heart health. So diabetics too can have a small quantity of butter and balance it with other types of fats they consume. A tbsp. of butter fulfils 8% of your day's requirement of vitamin A. This Vitamin A is a powerful antioxidant which is essential for glowing skin health and immune function. We suggest you read about butter the super food. 

What's the problem?

Plain flour (maida) : This recipe uses plain flour or maida which is refined carb not suitable for a healthy lifestyle. Maida consumption in any food should be totally avoided or used in very small quantities as any consumption of this will cause a larger spike in blood sugar levels which is not good for diabetics, heart patients. The development of prediabetes comes from uncontrolled eating sugar and refined food products for many years and the classic symptom is if you have excess belly fat. This leads to diabetes and further onwards to heart attack, high blood pressure, strokes, impotence and kidney damage.  Reading is maida good for you to understand fully.

For a healthier Jain white sauce, consider using these alternatives:

• Plant-based milk: Opt for almond milk, soy milk, or coconut milk to reduce saturated fat and calories.
• Healthy fats: Use a small amount of healthy fats like olive oil or avocado oil instead of butter.
• Whole grains: Incorporate whole-grain flour to increase fiber content and nutritional value.
• Flavor enhancements: Use herbs, spices, and vegetables to add flavor without relying on excessive amounts of fat and calories.