Chingri Vapa
Steamed Prawns with Mustard & Coconut
Yes, keto as served. About 8g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Bengali dishes.
What it is
Prawns marinated in a flavorful paste of mustard, green chilies, grated coconut, and mustard oil, then steamed to perfection. This dish is rich, aromatic, and naturally low-carb.
Key ingredients
Prawns, mustard paste, grated coconut, green chilies, mustard oil, turmeric, salt.
Optional tweaks
No specific modifications usually needed as it's inherently keto-friendly. Confirm no sugar is added to the marinade.
Say this to the waiter (Bengali)
চিংড়ি ভাপা-র ম্যারিনেডে চিনি ব্যবহার করা হয়নি তো?
For Chingri Vapa, please confirm there is no sugar in the marinade.
Watch out for
High volume of coconut can add a small amount of carbs. Potential for hidden sugar in the marinade.
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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