Bombil Fry (Keto Modified, no flour coating)
Bombay Duck Fry (Keto Modified, no flour coating)
Yes, with a tweak: request no rava (semolina), rice flour, or wheat flour for coating. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Indian dishes.
What it is
Bombay Duck (Bombil) is a type of lizardfish, known for its soft bones and delicate flavor. In this keto version, the fish is marinated in a vibrant spice blend and then shallow-fried until crispy, entirely omitting the traditional semolina or flour coating.
Key ingredients
Bombay Duck (fish), ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric, salt, lemon juice, green chilies (optional), coriander, cooking oil for shallow frying.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request no rava (semolina), rice flour, or wheat flour for coating. The fish should only be marinated in spices and pan-fried.
Say this to the waiter (Hindi)
बोंबिल फ्राई में रवा, चावल का आटा या गेहूं का आटा कोटिंग के लिए बिल्कुल इस्तेमाल न करें। मछली सिर्फ मसाले में मेरिनेट करके तली जाए।
For Bombil Fry, please use no rava, rice flour, or wheat flour for coating. Marinate only in spices and pan-fry.
Watch out for
Traditional use of semolina (rava) or flour for coating before frying.
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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