Mangalorean Kori Gassi (Keto Modified)
Mangalorean Chicken Curry with Coconut (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no jaggery or sugar is used to balance the spices. About 15g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Indian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A vibrant and spicy chicken curry from the Mangalorean coast, featuring succulent chicken pieces cooked in a thick, rich gravy made from roasted coconut, red chilies, and a unique blend of regional spices, tempered with fragrant curry leaves.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces (bone-in or boneless), fresh coconut (roasted & ground), dried red chilies, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, black peppercorns, fenugreek seeds, turmeric powder, moderate onion, ginger, garlic, curry leaves, mustard seeds, tamarind pulp (minimal), coconut oil, salt.
How to make it keto
Confirm no jaggery or sugar is used to balance the spices. Ensure gravy thickeners are exclusively from natural coconut or nut paste, not flour or cornstarch. Request minimal onion and very limited tamarind for tartness.
Say this to the waiter (Hindi)
मैंगलोरियन कोरी गस्सी में गुड़ या चीनी नहीं चाहिए। ग्रेवी सिर्फ़ नारियल/नट्स पेस्ट से गाढ़ी करें, आटा/कॉर्नस्टार्च से नहीं। प्याज़ और इमली बहुत कम डालें।
For Mangalorean Kori Gassi, no jaggery or sugar please. Gravy thickened only with coconut/nut paste, no flour/cornstarch. Please use minimal onion and very limited tamarind.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar/jaggery, excessive onion or tomato paste, starchy thickeners, high use of 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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