Goan Prawn Balchão (Keto Modified)
Goan Spicy and Tangy Prawn Balchão (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure NO sugar or jaggery is added (traditional recipes often use it). About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Indian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A fiery and tangy Goan prawn dish, characterized by its distinctive red chili-vinegar paste base. Often served as a condiment, it can be a delicious main. Modified by ensuring absolute omission of sugar and controlled use of higher-carb aromatics.
Key ingredients
Prawns, coconut oil, Goan Balchão paste (red chilies, ginger, garlic, cumin, peppercorns, vinegar), onions, salt.
How to make it keto
CRITICAL: Ensure NO sugar or jaggery is added (traditional recipes often use it). Request moderate use of onions. Confirm no thickening agents are used.
Say this to the waiter (Hindi)
बहुत ज़रूरी: गोअन प्रॉन बलचाओ में चीनी या गुड़ बिल्कुल नहीं चाहिए। प्याज मध्यम मात्रा में। कोई गाढ़ा करने वाला पदार्थ न डालें।
CRITICAL: For Goan Prawn Balchão, NO sugar or jaggery. Moderate onions. Confirm no thickening agents.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars/jaggery (very common in Balchão), excessive onions, tomato paste, thickening agents.
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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