Bhapa Kakra
Steamed Crab Curry in Mustard Coconut Gravy
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Bengali dishes.
What it is
Fresh crab meat (or whole crab sections) marinated in a pungent mustard paste, green chilies, and sometimes coconut milk, then steamed in a covered dish or banana leaf. A naturally flavorful and low-carb preparation.
Key ingredients
Crab, mustard paste, coconut milk, green chilies, ginger paste, turmeric, mustard oil, salt.
Optional tweaks
Confirm no sugar is added. Ensure no potato or other starchy vegetables are included.
Say this to the waiter (Bengali)
ভাপা কাঁকড়াতে চিনি দেবেন না জানাবেন। আলু বা অন্য কোনো শ্বেতসারযুক্ত সবজি ব্যবহার করবেন না।
For Bhapa Kakra, confirm no sugar. Please ensure no potato or starchy vegetables are added.
Watch out for
Minimal, main risks are hidden sugar or too much coconut milk. Some mustard pastes might contain fillers, but typically pure.
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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