Lauki Gosht (Keto Modified)
Mutton with Bottle Gourd Curry (Keto Modified, no Potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request "no potatoes." Ask for "minimal onion" and confirm "no sugar" in the gravy. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Bengali food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender pieces of mutton slow-cooked with cubed bottle gourd (lauki/lau) in a flavorful Bengali-style curry. The gourd adds a unique texture and subtle sweetness to the rich meat gravy.
Key ingredients
Mutton, bottle gourd, onions, ginger, garlic, green chilies, turmeric, cumin, coriander, red chili powder, garam masala, mustard oil/ghee, salt.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request "no potatoes." Ask for "minimal onion" and confirm "no sugar" in the gravy.
Say this to the waiter (Bengali)
লাউকি গোশ্তে আলু দেবেন না। অল্প পেঁয়াজ দেবেন এবং গ্রেভিতে চিনি নেই জানাবেন।
For Lauki Gosht, please no potatoes. Use minimal onion and confirm no sugar in the gravy.
Watch out for
Bottle gourd has moderate carbs; portion control is key. Onions in the gravy add carbs. Hidden sugar in restaurant preparations.
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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