Chettinad Fish Curry (Keto Modified)
Chettinad Style Spicy Fish Curry (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: request no added sugar. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Indian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rich and aromatic fish curry from the Chettinad region, known for its unique blend of roasted spices (like star anise and kalpasi) and a coconut-based gravy. Modified to be keto-friendly by ensuring no added sugar and controlled portions of onion and tomato.
Key ingredients
Fish (e.g., Kingfish, Pomfret), coconut oil, onions, tomatoes, ginger-garlic paste, green chilies, Chettinad spice blend, curry leaves, coconut milk, tamarind pulp, salt.
How to make it keto
Request no added sugar. Ask for minimal onion and tomato, focusing on the fresh spices. Ensure no thickening agents are used. Tamarind should be used sparingly.
Say this to the waiter (Hindi)
चेत्तिनाड फिश करी में चीनी न डालें। प्याज और टमाटर कम, इमली भी कम। कोई गाढ़ा करने वाला पदार्थ न हो।
For Chettinad Fish Curry, no added sugar. Minimal onion and tomato. No thickening agents. Use tamarind sparingly.
Watch out for
Excessive onions and tomatoes, high carb content in readymade Chettinad pastes, added sugar, thickening agents, too much tamarind.
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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