Tel Koi
Koi Fish in Mustard Oil Gravy
Yes, keto as served. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Bengali dishes.
What it is
Koi fish (climbing perch) cooked in a rich, pungent, and spicy gravy made primarily with liberal amounts of mustard oil, onions, ginger, garlic, green chilies, and a few key spices. It's a signature Bengali delicacy.
Key ingredients
Koi fish, mustard oil, onions, ginger-garlic paste, green chilies, turmeric, cumin powder, red chili powder, salt.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no potatoes are added, which are not traditional but occasionally found. Confirm no sugar is used.
Say this to the waiter (Bengali)
তেল কই-তে আলু বা চিনি দেবেন না।
For Tel Koi, please add no potatoes and no sugar.
Watch out for
Excessive onions (though necessary for flavor, can add carbs). Potential for hidden sugar to balance spices.
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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