Gulpi Tarkari
Spiced Fried Cauliflower
No, skip this one: about 16g net carbs per serving, close to a full day's carbs on strict keto. Better picks from the same menu are below.
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What it is
Crispy fried cauliflower florets tossed with traditional Afghan spices like turmeric, cumin, and coriander, often with a hint of garlic and ginger. A simple yet flavorful vegetable dish.
Key ingredients
Cauliflower, cooking oil (e.g., vegetable oil, olive oil), turmeric, cumin, coriander, salt, black pepper, garlic, ginger.
If you order it anyway
Verify no added sugar or high-carb thickeners in the spice mix or sauce (unlikely for this dish but worth confirming). Ensure it's fried in keto-friendly oil.
If you order it anyway, say this (Dari)
گلپی ترکاری را بدون شکر یا مواد غلیظکننده پرکاربوهیدرات در سس میخواهم. لطفاً تایید کنید که در روغن مناسب سرخ شده است.
For Gulpi Tarkari, please confirm no added sugar or high-carb thickeners in the sauce. And ensure it's fried in a suitable oil.
Watch out for
Large restaurant portions of cauliflower can contribute a moderate amount of net carbs. Ensure no potatoes are mixed in.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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