Sri Lankan keto guide
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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.
35 matching dishes
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…
4 net5 total1 fibre50 protein28 fat450 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…
5 net7 total2 fibre55 protein50 fat700 kcal
Dallan Kari
Cuttlefish Curry
Tender cuttlefish rings cooked in a flavorful, medium-spicy curry made with coconut milk, onions, garlic, ging…
6 net9 total3 fibre35 protein25 fat400 kcal
Gom Mas Kari
Beef Curry with Coconut Milk
Tender chunks of beef slow-cooked in a rich, aromatic coconut milk-based curry with a blend of roasted Sri Lan…
6 net10 total4 fibre45 protein40 fat550 kcal
Kalamari Badun (Keto Modified Cuttlefish Dry Fry)
Dry-Fried Cuttlefish with Spices (Keto Modified)
Tender pieces of cuttlefish stir-fried or dry-fried with onions, green chilies, and a blend of aromatic Sri La…
6 net7 total1 fibre40 protein22 fat380 kcal
Kukul Mas Badun
Spicy Dry Chicken Fry
Chicken pieces marinated in a blend of Sri Lankan spices and then stir-fried or pan-fried until tender and dry…
6 net9 total3 fibre50 protein48 fat680 kcal
Elu Mas Kari
Goat Curry with Coconut Milk
Succulent goat meat slow-cooked in a robust, spicy coconut milk gravy, infused with a complex blend of Sri Lan…
7 net11 total4 fibre48 protein42 fat580 kcal
Harik Malu Kari
Sri Lankan Beef Curry
Tender chunks of beef slow-cooked in a rich, dark, and intensely spiced curry with coconut milk, creating a he…
7 net11 total4 fibre60 protein50 fat750 kcal
Badathal Mas Badun
Spicy Duck Dry Fry
Tender pieces of duck meat slow-cooked with a blend of Sri Lankan spices, onions, green chilies, and curry lea…
9 net12 total3 fibre55 protein60 fat750 kcal
Kele Liver Thel Dala
Spicy Liver Dry Fry
A robust and spicy dry fry featuring tender pieces of liver (often chicken or beef) sautéed with onions, green…
9 net12 total3 fibre45 protein38 fat550 kcal
Elu Mas Istu (Keto Modified)
Spiced Mutton Stew (Keto Modified)
A hearty and comforting Sri Lankan-style mutton stew, slow-cooked until the mutton is fork-tender. Richly flav…
10 net14 total4 fibre60 protein65 fat850 kcal
Gom Mas Roast
Beef Roast
Cubed beef slow-cooked until very tender in a dark, robustly spiced gravy with a prominent flavor from roasted…
10 net14 total4 fibre50 protein50 fat680 kcal
Keto Maalu Cutlet
Keto Fish Cutlets (without Potato/Breadcrumbs)
Flavorful Sri Lankan fish cutlets, traditionally made with mashed potato and coated in breadcrumbs, are reimag…
10 net15 total5 fibre45 protein55 fat700 kcal
Elu Mas Badun
Dry Fried Beef (or Mutton)
Tender pieces of beef (or mutton/goat) pan-fried or stir-fried until dry with a rich blend of roasted Sri Lank…
11 net15 total4 fibre65 protein48 fat720 kcal
Elu Mas Roast
Mutton Roast
Tender chunks of mutton or goat meat braised in a rich, aromatic, and spicy gravy, typically deep in color fro…
11 net15 total4 fibre48 protein55 fat700 kcal
Gom Mas Diwa Kari
Beef Tongue Curry
A rich and tender curry made from slow-cooked beef tongue, simmered in a robust blend of Sri Lankan spices and…
11 net15 total4 fibre45 protein50 fat650 kcal
Kalamari Roast
Cuttlefish Roast
Tender cuttlefish rings cooked in a rich, dark, and spicy gravy with roasted Sri Lankan spices, onions, garlic…
11 net14 total3 fibre40 protein40 fat550 kcal
Maalu Achcharu (Keto Modified)
Spicy Fish Pickle (Keto Modified)
A tangy and spicy pickle made with generous pieces of fried fish, marinated in a flavorful blend of vinegar, m…
11 net15 total4 fibre40 protein45 fat600 kcal
Wala Mas Kari
Wild Boar Curry
A rich and intense curry made with wild boar meat, known for its distinct flavor, slow-cooked in a spicy and a…
11 net17 total6 fibre58 protein75 fat900 kcal
Kukul Mas Roast
Chicken Roast
Tender chicken pieces (often on the bone) slow-cooked in a rich, deeply flavored, and moderately dry gravy wit…
12 net16 total4 fibre45 protein45 fat620 kcal
Thora Maalu Kari
Sri Lankan Seer Fish Curry
A robust and flavorful curry made with thick slices of seer fish, simmered in a coconut milk-based gravy with …
12 net15 total3 fibre50 protein50 fat700 kcal
Uuru Mas Roast
Pork Roast
Chunks of pork, often with some fat, slow-cooked in a spicy and tangy gravy until very tender. The roast is ch…
12 net16 total4 fibre45 protein60 fat750 kcal
Elu Mas Devilled
Sri Lankan Devilled Mutton
Tender mutton pieces stir-fried with bell peppers, onions, and a spicy, tangy sauce. A robust and flavorful di…
14 net18 total4 fibre65 protein55 fat800 kcal
Gom Mas Devilled
Devilled Beef (Keto Modified)
Tender beef pieces stir-fried with bell peppers, onions, and green chilies, coated in a spicy and tangy 'devil…
14 net18 total4 fibre50 protein55 fat750 kcal
Issa Roast
Prawn Roast
Large prawns marinated in a spicy blend of Sri Lankan spices, cooked slowly in a rich, thick gravy made with c…
14 net18 total4 fibre35 protein45 fat580 kcal
Kukul Mas Devilled
Sri Lankan Devilled Chicken
A popular spicy-tangy chicken dish, stir-fried with bell peppers, onions, and chilies. Traditionally features …
14 net18 total4 fibre60 protein50 fat750 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Maalu Roti
Keto Fish Flatbread (with Coconut Flour/Almond Flour)
A savory flatbread, prepared with a keto-friendly flour blend (e.g., coconut or almond flour), stuffed with a …
7 net15 total8 fibre30 protein30 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
Uuru Ambul Thiyal
Sour Pork Curry (Keto Modified)
Pork cubes cooked in a thick, dark, sour, and peppery gravy without coconut milk. Spices like black pepper, go…
7 net10 total3 fibre50 protein45 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Issa Masala
Prawn Masala
Succulent prawns cooked in a rich, thick, and spicy masala paste with onions, a small amount of tomatoes, ging…
9 net12 total3 fibre40 protein40 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Kalamari Hot Butter Sauce
Keto Cuttlefish in Hot Butter Sauce (No Batter)
Tender cuttlefish pieces, *without the traditional batter*, stir-fried in a rich, spicy butter sauce with gree…
9 net12 total3 fibre45 protein42 fat580 kcal
KAsoon
Kukul Gizzard Kari
Keto Modified Chicken Gizzard Curry
Chewy and flavorful chicken gizzards slow-cooked in a rich and spicy Sri Lankan curry sauce based on coconut m…
9 net12 total3 fibre60 protein35 fat580 kcal
KAsoon
Kakuluwo Masala
Spicy Crab Masala Dry Fry
Whole crab pieces cooked in a rich, dry-style masala made with robust Sri Lankan spices, onions, garlic, ginge…
11 net15 total4 fibre52 protein48 fat680 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Gom Mas Istu
Keto Beef Stew (without Potatoes)
Tender beef pieces slow-cooked in a mild, aromatic stew with coconut milk, onions, and delicate spices. Modifi…
11 net15 total4 fibre65 protein48 fat700 kcal
KAsoon
Uuru Wakkada Kari
Pork Kidney Curry
A savory and well-spiced curry featuring tender pork kidneys simmered in a flavorful coconut milk gravy with t…
12 net18 total6 fibre58 protein55 fat750 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Issa Maalu Pothu Stir-fry
Keto Prawn and Capsicum Stir-fry
Juicy prawns stir-fried with colorful bell peppers (capsicum), onions, garlic, ginger, and a light blend of Sr…
13 net18 total5 fibre45 protein30 fat480 kcal