Macher Jhol
Light Fish Curry
Yes, with a tweak: request "no potatoes" (a very common addition). About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A popular, lighter fish curry, often made with Rohu or Katla, characterized by its thin, watery gravy flavored with mustard oil, turmeric, cumin, and ginger.
Key ingredients
Fish (e.g., Rohu, Katla), mustard oil, turmeric powder, cumin powder, ginger paste, green chilies, sometimes a minimal amount of onion or tomato paste.
How to make it keto
Request "no potatoes" (a very common addition). Ask for "minimal onion/tomato paste" if used, and confirm "no sugar added." Request extra cooking oil for fat content.
Say this to the waiter (Bengali)
মাছের ঝোলে আলু দেবেন না। পেঁয়াজ-টমেটো বাটা কম দেবেন। চিনি যেন না থাকে। তেল একটু বেশি করে দেবেন।
Macher Jhol-এ আলু দেবেন না। পেঁয়াজ-টমেটো বাটা কম দেবেন। চিনি মেশাবেন না। তেল একটু বেশি দেবেন।
Watch out for
Potatoes (very frequently added to fish curries), heavy onion and tomato paste if used, hidden sugar for flavor balance.
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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