High Protein Foods

The most popular high protein dishes in our database include: Chicken Biryani (520 kcal), Beef Nihari (480 kcal), Chicken Karahi (420 kcal), Seekh Kebab (280 kcal), Qeema Karahi (360 kcal). Other well-known options include Chicken Biryani, Seekh Kebab, Haleem, Nihari. These dishes span 5 cuisines including Pakistani, Indian, Arabic, Turkish, Afghan.

High Protein foods in our database average 446 calories per serving, with an average of 27g protein and 26g carbohydrates. The lowest-calorie options include Peruvian Ceviche (220 kcal), Herb Grilled Chicken Breast (250 kcal), Mutton Shorba (260 kcal), Yakitori (260 kcal).

The highest-protein high protein foods are: Roasted Whole Lamb (52g protein, 820 kcal), Sajji (52g protein, 580 kcal), Kabab Platter (52g protein, 780 kcal). High protein intake supports muscle maintenance, satiety, and metabolic rate.

High protein intake (1.6–2.2g per kg body weight) supports muscle maintenance during calorie deficits and promotes satiety-regulating hormones like GLP-1 and PYY. Spread protein intake across meals for optimal muscle protein synthesis.

Key benefits of high protein eating include: Muscle Building, Satiety, Weight Loss, Metabolism Boost, Recovery. Protein is the most satiating macronutrient and essential for muscle protein synthesis, immune function, enzyme production, and tissue repair. Foods with 20g+ protein per serving are nutritional powerhouses — they keep you full longer, preserve lean muscle during weight loss, and support an active lifestyle. South Asian cuisine is rich in high-protein options: grilled meats, lentil-based curries, paneer, and legume dishes.

Prioritising high-protein foods during weight loss preserves lean muscle mass while burning fat. Each gram of protein has a 20–30% thermic effect — your body burns calories just digesting it. Aim for at least one high-protein food at every meal.

Foods delivering 20g or more of protein per serving. Essential for muscle building, post-workout recovery, weight management, and long-lasting satiety. High-protein foods in our database average 20g+ protein per serving. Grilled and tandoori meats dominate at 25–35g protein, while legume dishes provide 15–22g with added fiber benefits. You can use the calorie and nutrition data on each food's detail page to verify it meets high protein criteria. All foods in this list have been verified against the high protein requirements.