Tendli Fry / Tindora Fry
Dry Ivy Gourd Stir-Fry
Yes, keto as served. About 8g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Indian dishes.
What it is
A simple yet delicious dry stir-fry made with tendli (ivy gourd or little gourd), cut into thin rounds and sautéed with basic Indian spices like mustard seeds, cumin, turmeric, and chili powder. It's a common side dish that is naturally very low in carbohydrates.
Key ingredients
Ivy gourd (tendli/tindora), coconut oil/ghee, mustard seeds, cumin seeds, curry leaves, turmeric powder, red chili powder, salt.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no potatoes or other high-carb vegetables are added. Request liberal use of oil/ghee for higher fat content.
Say this to the waiter (Hindi)
Tendli Fry में आलू या कोई और ज़्यादा कार्ब वाली सब्ज़ियां न डालें। इसमें ज़्यादा तेल या घी डालें।
For Tendli Fry, please ensure no potatoes or other high-carb vegetables. Use liberal oil or ghee.
Watch out for
Addition of potatoes or other root vegetables (uncommon for this specific dish, but always possible in a restaurant setting), hidden sugars.
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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