Sri Lankan keto guide
Hostile
177 dishes110 keto as served116 with a photo
Keto friendliness
Adapts poorly due to the pervasive use of rice and rice-flour staples, requiring significant modification to find suitable options.
Top ingredients
Coconut milk, fish, seafood, chicken, beef, eggs, and a rich array of spices are naturally keto-compatible ingredients.
Danger zones
The primary danger zones are the ubiquitous rice, hoppers, string hoppers, roti, dhal curries, and often potatoes or hidden sugars in vegetable preparations.
Best for
This cuisine is best for very disciplined keto dieters who are willing to completely forego traditional carb bases and meticulously select protein-rich curries, or those cooking at home.
51 matching dishes
Avocado Salada
Avocado Salad
A simple and creamy salad featuring ripe avocado chunks, often combined with chopped red onions, green chilies…
3 net12 total9 fibre5 protein30 fat320 kcal
Kathurumurunga Mallum
Sesbania Leaf/Flower Mallum
A traditional Sri Lankan side dish made from finely chopped Sesbania leaves or flowers (Kathurumurunga), mixed…
3 net8 total5 fibre4 protein15 fat180 kcal
Alas Thel Dala
Mushroom Stir-fry
Mushrooms stir-fried and tempered with sliced onions, garlic, ginger, green chilies, and curry leaves. A simpl…
4 net7 total3 fibre4 protein18 fat200 kcal
Bim Polos Thel Dala
Young Coconut Meat Stir-fry
Tender young coconut meat, finely sliced, stir-fried with onions, garlic, green chilies, and curry leaves. Sea…
4 net9 total5 fibre4 protein33 fat350 kcal
Mukunuwenna Mallum
Alternanthera Sessilis with Coconut
A traditional Sri Lankan dry stir-fry made with mukunuwenna (Alternanthera sessilis) leaves, shredded coconut,…
4 net8 total4 fibre5 protein22 fat250 kcal
Kankun Thel Dala
Tempered Water Spinach
Fresh water spinach (kankun) stir-fried or tempered with garlic, onions, and green chilies. It's a vibrant, le…
5 net8 total3 fibre3 protein12 fat150 kcal
Karawila Salada
Bitter Gourd Salad
A refreshing and tart salad made with thinly sliced raw or lightly blanched bitter gourd, typically mixed with…
5 net10 total5 fibre4 protein15 fat180 kcal
Katta Sambol
Dried Maldive Fish Sambol
A savory and spicy sambol featuring dried Maldive fish flakes, red chilies, onions, and lime juice. It offers …
5 net7 total2 fibre10 protein3 fat100 kcal
Kiri Hodi
Coconut Milk Gravy (Keto Version)
A light and creamy coconut milk gravy, flavored with turmeric, fenugreek, green chilies, onions, curry leaves,…
5 net7 total2 fibre3 protein23 fat250 kcal
Murunga Kola Mallum
Moringa Leaves Salad/Stir-fry
Finely chopped moringa leaves (drumstick leaves) lightly sautéed or steamed with grated coconut, onions, green…
5 net10 total5 fibre6 protein18 fat220 kcal
Pasu Palu Mallum
Mixed Leafy Greens Mallum
A vibrant and nutritious stir-fried dish featuring a medley of fresh, shredded low-carb leafy greens (e.g., ka…
5 net12 total7 fibre8 protein35 fat380 kcal
Pattikka Curry
Bitter Gourd Curry
Sliced bitter gourd (Pattikka) simmered in a rich coconut milk gravy with aromatic Sri Lankan spices like turm…
5 net10 total5 fibre6 protein28 fat300 kcal
Pol Sambol
Coconut Sambol
A fresh, vibrant, and spicy condiment or side dish made from grated coconut, red chili, lime juice, and someti…
5 net10 total5 fibre5 protein25 fat280 kcal
Bandakka Thel Dala
Okra Stir-fry
Okra pods stir-fried until tender-crisp with onions, garlic, green chilies, and curry leaves, often seasoned w…
6 net11 total5 fibre5 protein25 fat280 kcal
Gotukola Mallum
Gotukola (Pennywort) Salad with Coconut
A healthy and refreshing salad or stir-fry made from finely chopped Gotukola (pennywort leaves), mixed with gr…
6 net12 total6 fibre4 protein30 fat350 kcal
Kakiri Salada
Sri Lankan Cucumber Salad
A refreshing and simple salad made with thinly sliced cucumbers, red onions, green chilies, and a dressing of …
6 net9 total3 fibre3 protein8 fat120 kcal
Karawala Sambol
Sri Lankan Dry Fish Sambol
A pungent and flavorful condiment made from finely minced dried fish, chili, onion, and lime. Typically served…
6 net8 total2 fibre15 protein12 fat200 kcal
Karawila Thel Dala
Stir-fried Bitter Gourd
Thinly sliced bitter gourd stir-fried with onions, green chilies, and often Maldive fish, resulting in a sligh…
6 net10 total4 fibre4 protein28 fat320 kcal
Kohila Thel Dala
Stir-fried Taro Stems
Tender taro stems (Kohila) lightly stir-fried and tempered with onions, garlic, ginger, green chilies, and cur…
6 net10 total4 fibre3 protein18 fat210 kcal
Lunu Miris
Red Onion and Chili Sambol
A fiery and fresh sambol made from finely diced red onions, minced fresh red chilies, and a squeeze of lime ju…
6 net8 total2 fibre1 protein1 fat50 kcal
Pathola Kari
Snake Gourd Curry
A mild and creamy curry made with snake gourd pieces cooked in rich coconut milk with turmeric, curry leaves, …
6 net10 total4 fibre4 protein18 fat200 kcal
Thel Dala Green Beans
Green Bean Stir-fry with Coconut
Fresh green beans stir-fried with finely sliced onions, garlic, green chilies, and a sprinkle of shredded coco…
6 net12 total6 fibre5 protein24 fat270 kcal
Bonchi Kari
Green Bean Curry
Fresh green beans cooked in a rich coconut milk gravy with mild Sri Lankan spices like turmeric, curry leaves,…
7 net12 total5 fibre5 protein18 fat220 kcal
Bonchi Mallum
Green Bean Shredded Stir-fry
Finely shredded or chopped green beans stir-fried with onions, garlic, green chilies, turmeric, and often a ge…
7 net15 total8 fibre6 protein20 fat250 kcal
Dambala Thel Dala
Winged Bean Dry Fry
Winged beans, known for their unique shape and mild flavor, are stir-fried with traditional Sri Lankan spices,…
7 net13 total6 fibre7 protein24 fat280 kcal
Diyasakal Kari
Spring Onion Curry
A flavorful and light curry showcasing fresh spring onions (scallions) simmered in a mild coconut milk gravy, …
7 net13 total6 fibre7 protein38 fat420 kcal
Puhul Thel Dala
Ash Pumpkin Stir Fry
Diced ash pumpkin (winter melon) stir-fried until tender with onions, garlic, green chilies, curry leaves, and…
7 net10 total3 fibre3 protein25 fat280 kcal
Thalana Batu Thel Dala
Baby Eggplant Stir-fry
Small, whole or halved baby eggplants (thalana batu) are typically deep-fried until tender, then stir-fried wi…
7 net13 total6 fibre4 protein29 fat320 kcal
Wambatu Thel Dala
Stir-fried Eggplant
Eggplant sliced and stir-fried until tender, typically with onions, green chilies, and a light seasoning. A si…
7 net12 total5 fibre3 protein35 fat380 kcal
Bimmal Kari
Sri Lankan Mushroom Curry
A fragrant and creamy curry made with mushrooms simmered in coconut milk and a blend of traditional Sri Lankan…
8 net12 total4 fibre10 protein30 fat350 kcal
Bimmal Thel Dala
Mushroom Dry Fry
A flavorful dry fry of mushrooms with sautéed onions, green chilies, and curry leaves. Often served as a side …
8 net12 total4 fibre8 protein25 fat300 kcal
Murunga Kari
Drumstick (Moringa) Curry
Tender drumsticks (moringa pods) cooked in a flavorful, creamy coconut milk-based curry with a blend of Sri La…
8 net15 total7 fibre6 protein38 fat420 kcal
Alu Puhul Kari
Ash Gourd Curry
A light and refreshing curry featuring ash gourd (winter melon) simmered in a mild coconut milk gravy with sub…
9 net14 total5 fibre4 protein28 fat320 kcal
Bandakka Kari
Okra Curry
Fresh okra pods cooked in a flavorful coconut milk curry, infused with various Sri Lankan spices. The okra pro…
9 net18 total9 fibre8 protein28 fat350 kcal
Gova Mallum
Shredded Cabbage Mallum with Coconut
A refreshing and healthy side dish made from finely shredded cabbage, mixed with grated coconut, green chilies…
9 net15 total6 fibre8 protein30 fat350 kcal
Kehel Muwa Kari
Banana Blossom Curry
A fragrant curry made from banana blossom (banana flower), simmered in a coconut milk-based gravy with a blend…
9 net18 total9 fibre5 protein30 fat350 kcal
Wambatu Kari
Sri Lankan Eggplant Curry
A delicious and creamy curry featuring tender eggplant (brinjal) simmered in coconut milk with a blend of arom…
9 net14 total5 fibre8 protein35 fat400 kcal
KAsoon
Amu Miris Salada
Green Chili & Onion Salad
A very spicy, fresh, and tangy side salad made with finely sliced raw green chilies, red onions, a generous sq…
4 net6 total2 fibre2 protein8 fat100 kcal
KAsoon
Ankula Thel Dala
Drumstick Flower Stir-fry
A delicate and flavorful stir-fry prepared with fresh drumstick flowers, tempered with sliced onions, garlic, …
4 net10 total6 fibre6 protein22 fat250 kcal
KAsoon
Dambala Kola Mallum
Winged Bean Leaves Mallum
A fresh and nutritious 'mallum' made from the tender leaves of the winged bean plant, finely shredded and mixe…
4 net12 total8 fibre5 protein24 fat270 kcal
KAsoon
Heen Bovitiya Mallum
Small Indian Mallow Leaves Mallum
A traditional Sri Lankan 'mallum' (finely shredded and tempered green salad) made from Heen Bovitiya leaves, t…
4 net11 total7 fibre4 protein23 fat260 kcal
KAsoon
Kepala Thel Dala
Moringa Flower Dry Fry
Delicate moringa flowers (drumstick tree flowers) lightly stir-fried with onions, garlic, green chilies, and a…
4 net7 total3 fibre5 protein22 fat250 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Koththamalli Kendha (Coriander Seed Broth)
Keto Coriander Seed Broth
A traditional Sri Lankan medicinal porridge, typically made with rice, adapted for keto as a warming and diges…
4 net7 total3 fibre4 protein18 fat200 kcal
KAsoon
Amu Miris Mallum
Green Chili Mallum
A fiery and fresh 'mallum' (lightly cooked salad) made primarily from chopped green chilies, scraped coconut, …
5 net9 total4 fibre3 protein18 fat200 kcal
KAsoon
Bimpol Thel Dala
Coconut Flower Bud Stir-fry
A unique stir-fry made from tender coconut flower buds, lightly sautéed with sliced onions, green chilies, cur…
5 net12 total7 fibre5 protein25 fat280 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Kola Kendha (Herbal Broth)
Herbal Keto Broth
A traditional Sri Lankan herbal porridge, fundamentally defined by rice, but modified for keto by strictly omi…
5 net8 total3 fibre5 protein22 fat250 kcal
KAsoon
Murunga Podu Thel Dala
Moringa Pod Dry Fry
Fresh moringa pods (drumstick pods) stir-fried until tender with onions, garlic, green chilies, and tempered w…
5 net9 total4 fibre6 protein25 fat280 kcal
KAsoon
Pol Sambol Thel Dala
Tempered Coconut Sambol
Grated coconut tempered with mustard seeds, curry leaves, dried red chilies, and sliced red onions in oil. Thi…
6 net12 total6 fibre5 protein20 fat250 kcal
KAsoon
Miris Thel Dala
Dry Chili and Onion Fry
A pungent and fiery tempering made with dried red chilies, thinly sliced red onions, and curry leaves fried in…
7 net10 total3 fibre3 protein18 fat200 kcal
KAsoon
Veralu Achcharu (Keto Modified)
Ceylon Olive Pickle (Keto Modified)
A traditional Sri Lankan pickle made with tart Ceylon olives (veralu). The authentic version is often sweet an…
7 net10 total3 fibre2 protein15 fat180 kcal
KAsoon
Nivithi Mallum
Sri Lankan Spinach Stir-fry
Finely chopped spinach (Nivithi) quickly stir-fried with grated coconut, onions, green chilies, and tempered s…
9 net15 total6 fibre8 protein30 fat350 kcal