Mutton Chettinad (Keto Modified)
Spicy Mutton Chettinad Curry (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no added sugar or flour/cornstarch thickeners. About 11g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A famously fiery and intensely aromatic curry from the Chettinad region of Tamil Nadu. Tender mutton pieces are slow-cooked in a complex paste of freshly ground spices, including black pepper, fennel, star anise, and dried red chilies, often with coconut for richness.
Key ingredients
Mutton, ginger-garlic paste, curry leaves, green chilies, onion (minimal), tomatoes (minimal), Chettinad spice blend (peppercorns, fennel, cumin, coriander, star anise, cinnamon, cloves, dried red chilies), coconut milk/paste, coconut oil, salt.
How to make it keto
Confirm no added sugar or flour/cornstarch thickeners. Request minimal onion and tomato, as these can add significant carbs in large quantities.
Say this to the waiter (Hindi)
Mutton Chettinad में चीनी और कोई आटा/कॉर्नस्टार्च का गाढ़ा करने वाला पदार्थ न डालें। प्याज़ और टमाटर भी बहुत कम इस्तेमाल करें।
For Mutton Chettinad, please ensure no sugar or flour/cornstarch thickeners. Use minimal onion and tomato.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar, excessive onion/tomato, usage of potato/root vegetables for gravy thickness (though uncommon for this dish), cornstarch/flour.
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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