Macher Matha diye Badhakopi
Fish Head with Cabbage Stir-fry
Yes, with a tweak: ensure NO potatoes, peas, or chana dal are added, as these are common additions in Bengali vegetable preparations. About 11g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A rustic Bengali stir-fry featuring a flavorful fish head (often from Rohu or Katla) cooked down with finely shredded cabbage and an assortment of aromatic spices like ginger, garlic, cumin, and turmeric. The fish head imparts a rich umami flavor to the humble cabbage.
Key ingredients
Fish head (Rohu/Katla), cabbage, onion, ginger paste, garlic paste, green chilies, cumin powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, bay leaves, mustard oil, salt.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure NO potatoes, peas, or chana dal are added, as these are common additions in Bengali vegetable preparations. Confirm no sugar is used.
Say this to the waiter (Bengali)
মাছের মাথা দিয়ে বাঁধাকপিতে আলু, মটর বা ছোলার ডাল দেবেন না। চিনি ছাড়া বানাবেন।
For Macher Matha diye Badhakopi, please ensure no potato, peas, or chana dal are added. Confirm no sugar is used.
Watch out for
High risk of hidden potatoes or peas. Cabbage has moderate carbs, can accumulate if portion is very large. Hidden sugar.
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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