Kolmi Shaak Bhaja
Water Spinach Stir-fry
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Bengali dishes.
What it is
A simple and nutritious stir-fry made with Kolmi Shaak (water spinach), sautéed quickly in mustard oil with garlic, green chilies, and sometimes a hint of onion, allowing its natural flavor to shine.
Key ingredients
Kolmi Shaak (water spinach), mustard oil, garlic, green chilies, salt, nigella seeds (kalonji), optional: a small amount of onion.
Optional tweaks
Naturally keto-friendly. Ensure no potatoes, lentils, or other high-carb vegetables are added. Confirm no sugar is used for seasoning.
Say this to the waiter (Bengali)
কলমি শাক ভাজা-তে আলু, ডাল বা অন্য কোনো শর্করাযুক্ত সবজি দেবেন না, আর মশলায় চিনি ব্যবহার করবেন না।
For the Kolmi Shaak Bhaja, please ensure no potatoes, lentils, or other high-carb vegetables are added, and no sugar for seasoning.
Watch out for
Small amount of carbs from garlic and any onion used. Potential for restaurants to add a pinch of sugar to balance flavor.
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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