Ayam Varuval
Dry Spiced Chicken Curry
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes or carrots are added. About 9g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Malaysian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rich and fragrant dry Indian-style chicken curry, cooked with a medley of aromatic spices, onions, garlic, ginger, and curry leaves until the chicken is tender and coated in a thick, flavorful masala without much gravy.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces (thigh/drumstick), cooking oil, onions, garlic, ginger, green chilies, curry leaves, fenugreek seeds, mustard seeds, cumin powder, coriander powder, chili powder, turmeric powder, black pepper, salt.
How to make it keto
Ensure no potatoes or carrots are added. Request 'no sugar' in the spice paste, as some restaurants might add a small amount for balance.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Ayam Varuval ini, boleh minta jangan letak kentang atau lobak, dan tiada gula dalam pes rempah?
For Ayam Varuval, please ensure no potatoes or carrots are added, and no sugar in the spice paste.
Watch out for
Potential for hidden sugars in the spice paste. Request 'no sugar'. Also, some versions might include potatoes or too many tomatoes; confirm these are excluded or minimized.
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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