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.
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Maalu Saruwa (Keto Modified)
Clear Spiced Fish Broth with Greens
A light and restorative clear broth made from fish bones or trimmings, subtly spiced with ginger, garlic, gree…
3 net4 total1 fibre20 protein15 fat250 kcal
Gom Mas Saruwa (Keto Modified)
Spiced Beef Bone Broth with Keto Vegetables
A deeply flavorful beef bone broth, slow-cooked with traditional Sri Lankan spices like ginger, garlic, turmer…
4 net5 total1 fibre25 protein20 fat300 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…
4 net5 total1 fibre50 protein28 fat450 kcal
Keto Elu Mas Ukussa Soup
Keto Mutton Bone Broth
A nourishing and flavorful clear broth made from slow-simmered mutton bones, extracting rich collagen and marr…
4 net5 total1 fibre15 protein25 fat300 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
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
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
Keto Garlic Crab (without Carbs)
Spicy Garlic Crab with Sri Lankan Spices (Keto Modified)
A rich and flavorful crab dish cooked in a generous amount of garlic-infused butter with green chilies, curry …
6 net8 total2 fibre45 protein50 fat650 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
Thalapath Kari
Sailfish/Marlin Curry
A rich and spicy curry featuring Sailfish or Marlin pieces simmered in a creamy coconut milk gravy with a comp…
6 net10 total4 fibre40 protein45 fat600 kcal
Elu Magalu Kari
Goat Brain Curry
A rich and creamy curry prepared with goat brain, simmered in coconut milk with a blend of aromatic Sri Lankan…
7 net10 total3 fibre25 protein65 fat700 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
Issa Kari
Prawn Curry
Fresh prawns cooked in a creamy and spicy coconut milk-based curry with a blend of roasted Sri Lankan spices, …
7 net10 total3 fibre45 protein48 fat650 kcal
Maalu Oluwa Kari
Spicy Fish Head Curry
A traditional and highly flavorful curry made with fish heads, often simmered in a rich coconut milk gravy wit…
7 net10 total3 fibre45 protein48 fat620 kcal
Spicy Prawn & Coconut Milk Soup (Keto Modified)
Creamy Spicy Prawn Soup
A rich and creamy soup featuring succulent prawns simmered in a coconut milk base, spiced with green chilies, …
7 net10 total3 fibre40 protein45 fat580 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
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
Pork Badun (Black Pork Curry)
Sri Lankan Black Pork Curry
A rich, spicy, and dark pork curry made with roasted curry powder, coconut milk, goraka (Garcinia cambogia), a…
8 net12 total4 fibre55 protein60 fat780 kcal
Pork Kari
Pork Curry
A rich and savory pork curry (distinct from the intensely blackened 'Pork Badun') slow-cooked in a spicy cocon…
8 net12 total4 fibre50 protein55 fat700 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
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
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
Ambarella Kari
Ambarella Curry
A tangy and slightly sour curry prepared with ambarella fruit (Ceylon olive), cooked in a creamy coconut milk …
11 net18 total7 fibre6 protein40 fat480 kcal
Bihith Malu Kari
Mushroom Curry
Mushrooms cooked in a rich, spicy, and aromatic coconut milk gravy with traditional Sri Lankan spices. A heart…
11 net16 total5 fibre8 protein42 fat480 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
Kakuluwo Kari
Crab Curry
A highly prized Sri Lankan delicacy, large crab pieces cooked in a rich, intensely spicy, and thick coconut mi…
11 net15 total4 fibre50 protein68 fat880 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
Keto Wattakka Thel Dala
Keto Tempered Pumpkin
A savory and lightly spiced tempered dish featuring small cubes of pumpkin stir-fried with onions, garlic, gre…
11 net16 total5 fibre5 protein30 fat350 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
Balu Mas Kari
Mutton Curry (Keto-style, no rice)
A rich and aromatic mutton curry, slow-cooked in a blend of roasted Sri Lankan curry powder, coconut milk, gin…
12 net16 total4 fibre55 protein65 fat850 kcal
Kalamari Kari
Sri Lankan Cuttlefish Curry
A rich and flavorful curry featuring tender cuttlefish in a creamy coconut milk-based sauce with traditional S…
12 net15 total3 fibre40 protein50 fat650 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 Sudhu Kari
Sri Lankan White Mutton Curry (or White Mutton Stew)
A rich and creamy mutton curry prepared with unroasted spices and abundant coconut milk, offering a milder yet…
13 net16 total3 fibre60 protein65 fat820 kcal
Kukul Mas Curry
Chicken Curry
A quintessential Sri Lankan dish, featuring chicken pieces cooked in a fragrant, medium-spicy, and often cocon…
13 net18 total5 fibre60 protein55 fat780 kcal
Mutta Kari
Egg Curry
A comforting and popular Sri Lankan dish where boiled eggs are gently simmered in a rich, flavorful, and often…
13 net18 total5 fibre30 protein58 fat680 kcal
Sudhu Kukul Mas Curry
Sri Lankan White Chicken Curry (or White Chicken Stew)
A mild, creamy chicken curry made with fresh, unroasted spices and rich coconut milk, distinct from the typica…
13 net16 total3 fibre55 protein60 fat780 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
Keto Chicken Kottu (Cauliflower Base)
Keto Sri Lankan Chopped Chicken & Vegetable Stir-fry (Cauliflower Base)
A keto-friendly version of the popular street food, replacing roti with finely chopped cauliflower, stir-fried…
14 net22 total8 fibre55 protein48 fat720 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 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
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
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
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
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