Aar Macher Tel Jhal
Bengali Aar Catfish in Spicy Oil Gravy (Tel Jhal)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes are added. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A classic Bengali spicy fish curry featuring Aar fish (a type of catfish), cooked in a thin, vibrant, and pungent mustard oil-based gravy. 'Tel Jhal' implies a gravy where oil separates and floats on top, indicating rich flavor and proper cooking.
Key ingredients
Aar fish, mustard oil, kalonji (nigella seeds), green chilies, turmeric powder, red chili powder, ginger paste, salt. Sometimes a touch of tomato.
How to make it keto
Ensure no potatoes are added. Request minimal onion/tomato paste to keep carb count low, relying on spices and oil for flavor.
Say this to the waiter (Bengali)
Aar Macher Tel Jhal-e alu debe na, ebong jhol-e peyanj-tomato bata kom debe.
For Aar Macher Tel Jhal, please add no potatoes and use minimal onion/tomato paste for the gravy.
Watch out for
Potential for potatoes. Excessive use of onion/tomato paste for gravy. Hidden sugar.
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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