Jhinge Torkari
Ridge Gourd Stir-fry
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Bengali dishes.
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See photos of this dish ›4gNet carbs
7gTotal carbs
3gFibre
3gProtein
28gFat
280Calories
What it is
A simple, light Bengali stir-fry made with ridge gourd (jhinge), tempered with panch phoron (Bengali five-spice blend) and green chilies, cooked in mustard oil.
Key ingredients
Ridge gourd, mustard oil, panch phoron, green chilies, turmeric powder, salt.
Optional tweaks
None needed; naturally keto-friendly.
Watch out for
Ensure no potatoes or other starchy vegetables are added, and no sugar for tempering. Restaurants might add a pinch of sugar to balance taste.
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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