Kari Debal (Keto-Modified)
Keto Devil's Curry (Chicken/Pork)
Yes, with a tweak: omit potatoes and any added sugar. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A fiery and tangy Kristang (Eurasian) curry, traditionally made with chicken or pork, often served during festive seasons. Its unique flavor comes from a blend of chilies, candlenuts, ginger, galangal, lemongrass, and a generous amount of vinegar, creating a distinct sour-spicy profile. Modified to omit high-carb elements.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces or pork belly, shallots, garlic, ginger, galangal, lemongrass, dried chilies, candlenuts, vinegar, mustard seeds, curry leaves, cooking oil, salt. (Traditionally includes potatoes and sugar).
How to make it keto
Crucially, omit potatoes and any added sugar. Confirm no flour or starch thickeners are used. Restaurants should be able to prepare this without these additions upon request.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Kari Debal ini, jangan letak kentang atau gula. Pastikan tiada tepung atau kanji digunakan untuk pekatkan kuah.
For Kari Debal, please omit potatoes and added sugar. Confirm no flour or starch is used to thicken the curry.
Watch out for
Potatoes are a traditional ingredient; sometimes sugar is added to balance the sourness. Watch for starch thickeners in restaurant gravies.
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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