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Sri Lankan keto guide

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Sri Lankan food

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.

12 matching dishes

Spicy Deep-Fried Fish

Fresh fish (e.g., Tuna, Mackerel, or Whitefish) marinated in a blend of turmeric, chili powder, salt, and some…

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2 net3 total1 fibre45 protein30 fat450 kcal

Pan-fried Seer Fish Steaks (Keto Modified)

Pan-fried Seer Fish Steaks (without breading)

Thick cuts of seer fish (king mackerel) marinated in a simple blend of turmeric, chili powder, and salt, then …

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2 net3 total1 fibre50 protein35 fat500 kcal

Thalapath Thel Dala

Pan-fried Sailfish/Marlin

Pan-fried Sailfish or Marlin steaks, typically seasoned with turmeric, chili powder, and salt, then lightly fr…

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2 net3 total1 fibre45 protein40 fat550 kcal

Elu Kekulu Liver Thel Dala

Succulent goat liver pieces pan-fried with caramelized onions, green chilies, curry leaves, and a robust blend…

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4 net6 total2 fibre50 protein40 fat600 kcal

Grilled Thalapath Maalu

Grilled Seer Fish Steak with Spices

A thick steak of fresh seer fish (king mackerel) marinated in a simple blend of Sri Lankan spices (turmeric, c…

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4 net5 total1 fibre50 protein28 fat450 kcal

Haal Masso Badun

Crispy Fried Sprats with Spices

Small fish (typically sprats) marinated in a simple blend of spices and deep-fried until wonderfully crispy. A…

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4 net5 total1 fibre55 protein50 fat700 kcal

Maalu Katta Saruwa

Spicy Clear Fish Broth

A light yet flavorful clear broth made from fish bones and meat, infused with ginger, garlic, green chilies, c…

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4 net5 total1 fibre30 protein10 fat250 kcal

Prawn/Shrimp Dry Fry

Succulent prawns or shrimp dry-fried with a robust mix of Sri Lankan spices, onions, garlic, ginger, and curry…

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5 net8 total3 fibre45 protein40 fat580 kcal

Kukul Mas Thel Dala

Chicken Pan-fry/Stir-fry

Tender chicken pieces pan-fried or stir-fried with a fragrant mix of Sri Lankan spices, sautéed onions, garlic…

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5 net7 total2 fibre55 protein45 fat650 kcal

Spicy Pan-fried Mutton Chops (Keto Modified)

Spicy Pan-fried Mutton Chops with Spices

Tender mutton (goat) chops marinated in a blend of aromatic Sri Lankan spices, then pan-fried to perfection. A…

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5 net7 total2 fibre55 protein50 fat700 kcal

Spiced Deep-fried Fish

Fresh fish pieces (e.g., Tuna, Seer, or Paraw) marinated in a blend of Sri Lankan spices, then deep-fried to a…

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3 net4 total1 fibre55 protein38 fat580 kcal

Dried Fish Dry Fry

Pieces of salted dried fish (Karawala), typically larger varieties than small shrimp, are deep-fried or pan-fr…

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5 net6 total1 fibre50 protein35 fat500 kcal