Tawa Prawns (Dry Spiced)
Dry Spiced Prawn Stir-fry
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes or other high-carb vegetables are included. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Pakistani dishes.
What it is
Fresh prawns quickly cooked on a flat griddle (tawa) with a robust blend of dry spices, ginger, garlic, and green chilies. This dish is characterized by its dry texture and intense, savory flavor, without any heavy sauce or gravy.
Key ingredients
Prawns, cooking oil/ghee, ginger, garlic, green chilies, cumin powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, turmeric, salt, fresh coriander.
How to make it keto
Ensure no potatoes or other high-carb vegetables are included. Request minimal onions/tomatoes. Confirm no added sugar or starchy thickeners in the seasoning.
Watch out for
Onions and tomatoes can increase carb count if used excessively. Hidden sugar in spice blends is a possibility.
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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