Potol Bhaaja
Pan-Fried Pointed Gourd
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Bengali dishes.
What it is
A simple yet delicious Bengali side dish featuring pointed gourd (potol) sliced and lightly seasoned with turmeric and salt, then pan-fried until tender and slightly caramelized. It's naturally low in carbs and provides a good source of healthy fats from the cooking oil.
Key ingredients
Potol (pointed gourd), turmeric powder, salt, mustard oil (for frying).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no flour or breadcrumbs are used for dusting. Confirm no added sugar.
Say this to the waiter (Bengali)
পটল ভাজা-তে ময়দা বা ব্রেডক্রাম্ব দেবেন না, আর চিনি ব্যবহার করবেন না।
For the Potol Bhaaja, please ensure no flour or breadcrumbs are used for dusting, and no added sugar.
Watch out for
Flour dusting before frying, excessive sugar in seasoning.
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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