Sheel Nora Bata Murgi (No Aloo)
Stone-Ground Chicken Curry (No Potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no potatoes (aloo) and confirm no sugar or high-carb thickeners are added to the gravy. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Bengali food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A traditional Bengali chicken curry where the spices (and sometimes chicken) are ground on a 'sheel nora' (stone grinder), creating a distinct texture and deep flavor. Cooked in a rich, thick gravy, ensuring no potatoes are included.
Key ingredients
Chicken, onion, ginger, garlic, green chilies, red chili powder, turmeric, cumin powder, coriander powder, garam masala, mustard oil, bay leaf, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, salt.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no potatoes (aloo) and confirm no sugar or high-carb thickeners are added to the gravy.
Say this to the waiter (Bengali)
শিল নোড়া বাটা মুরগি-তে আলু দেবেন না। আর ঝোলে চিনি বা অন্য কোনো শর্করাযুক্ত কিছু ঘন করার জন্য দেবেন না, নিশ্চিত করবেন।
For Sheel Nora Bata Murgi, no potatoes. Please confirm no sugar or high-carb thickeners in the gravy.
Watch out for
Potatoes are a common addition to chicken curries. High onion/tomato content in the gravy can contribute carbs. Potential for 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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