Is biryani keto?

Biryani

Not keto No — biryani is not keto-friendly.

A rice dish first and foremost: about 31 g net carbs per cup. Cauliflower-rice biryani keeps the spices and the meat.

Nutrition per serving

1 cup · 200 g
Net carbs
31g
Calories
302kcal
Protein
16g
Fat
11g
Total carbs
33 g
Fiber
1.6 g
One serving vs. a 20 g daily net-carb limit 157%

About 31.8 g of biryani adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 16% of a typical serving.

Nutrition facts for biryani
NutrientPer servingPer 100 g
Calories302 kcal151 kcal
Total carbohydrate33 g17 g
Dietary fiber1.6 g0.8 g
Net carbs31 g16 g
Protein16 g7.9 g
Fat11 g5.7 g

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Frequently asked questions

Is biryani keto?

No — biryani is not keto-friendly. A rice dish first and foremost: about 31 g net carbs per cup. Cauliflower-rice biryani keeps the spices and the meat.

How many net carbs are in biryani?

1 cup (200 g) of biryani has about 31 g net carbs (33 g total carbs minus 1.6 g fiber). Per 100 g, that's 16 g net carbs.

How much biryani can I eat on keto?

About 31.8 g of biryani adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 16% of a typical serving. On a typical 20 g daily limit, one serving uses about 157% of your carbs.

What is a good keto substitute for biryani?

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Source: Calculated from USDA SR Legacy ingredients for a typical recipe: basmati rice, chicken, ghee, fried onions, yogurt, tomato and spices. Net carbs = total carbohydrate − fiber. Rating: Not keto — More than about 10 g net carbs per typical serving. Swap it for a low-carb alternative. How we rate foods. Last reviewed October 18, 2026.

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