Gobi 65
Gobi 65 is a popular Indian appetizer featuring cauliflower florets coated in a spiced, crispy batter and deep-fried until golden. It hails from Chennai, Tamil Nadu, and is a beloved vegetarian take on the iconic Chicken 65, using a similar marinade of yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, and a blend of red chili, turmeric, and garam masala.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in fat and carbohydrates due to the deep-frying process and the gram flour (besan) batter, with a moderate amount of protein from the flour and yogurt. A typical serving of about 4-5 florets contains roughly 250-350 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 250 kcal |
| Protein | 6 g |
| Carbs | 28 g |
| Fat | 14 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 480 mg |
| Potassium | 320 mg |
| Vitamin C | 45 mg |
| Vitamin K | 25 mcg |
| Folate | 60 mcg |
| Iron | 1.5 mg |
| Magnesium | 30 mg |
| Phosphorus | 80 mg |
| Manganese | 0.4 mg |
Per 1 cup (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, Gobi 65 is a staple of South Indian 'tiffin' culture and street food, often served with a spicy green chutney. Nutritionally, while the cauliflower itself provides fiber and vitamins like C and K, the cooking method makes it an indulgent treat rather than a health food.
