Mutton Varuval
Dry Spiced Mutton Fry (Keto-Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: request no added sugar, no potato or other starchy vegetables, and no cornstarch as a thickener. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Malaysian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender pieces of mutton cooked until dry with a rich blend of Indian spices, onions, and chilies. This dish is naturally low-carb, but modifications are needed to ensure no hidden sugars or starches are added to the spice blend or for thickening.
Key ingredients
Mutton, onions, ginger-garlic paste, curry leaves, dried chilies, various whole and ground Indian spices (e.g., cumin, coriander, fennel, garam masala), cooking oil, salt.
How to make it keto
Request no added sugar, no potato or other starchy vegetables, and no cornstarch as a thickener. Ensure only natural spices are used.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Mutton Varuval ni, minta jangan tambah gula, kentang atau sayur berkanji, dan tiada tepung jagung. Guna rempah asli saja ya.
Mutton Varuval, please make it with no added sugar, no potato or starchy vegetables, and no cornstarch. Use only natural spices.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in spice blends or sauces, inclusion of potatoes or other root vegetables, excessive amounts of onions/tomatoes in restaurant preparations.
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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