Kakrol Bhaja
Spiny Gourd Fry
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Bengali dishes.
What it is
Thinly sliced Kakrol (spiny gourd) pieces seasoned with turmeric and salt, then shallow-fried in mustard oil until tender and slightly crispy. A common Bengali side dish.
Key ingredients
Kakrol (spiny gourd), mustard oil, turmeric powder, salt.
Optional tweaks
Naturally keto-friendly. Ensure no flour or chickpea flour (besan) is used for coating before frying. Confirm no sugar is added.
Say this to the waiter (Bengali)
কাঁকরোল ভাজা-তে কোনো ময়দা বা বেসনের প্রলেপ দেবেন না, আর চিনি ব্যবহার করবেন না।
For the Kakrol Bhaja, please fry without any flour or besan coating, and ensure no sugar is added.
Watch out for
Ensure no flour or breading is used. Potential for a small amount of sugar to enhance crispiness or flavor in restaurant settings.
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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