Indian food is delicious. However, if you're not careful, a meal out at an Indian restaurant can do some serious damage to your diet.

As is the case with any other cuisine, the best way to defend your diet is by preparing yourself. It's extremely helpful to know what popular menu items are more diet-friendly than others. Samosas, for example, are fried, so although they're amazing (oh my gosh, so tasty), they're not the best appetizer choice for someone being cautious about calories.

Check out the not-very-high-tech video above for some solid tips on what to order at an Indian restaurant -- you might be surprised at some of the scrumptious dishes that are actually recommended!