Balu Mas Kari
Mutton Curry (Keto-style, no rice)
Yes, with a tweak: this dish MUST be consumed without rice or any other carb-heavy accompaniments. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Sri Lankan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rich and aromatic mutton curry, slow-cooked in a blend of roasted Sri Lankan curry powder, coconut milk, ginger, garlic, onions, and various whole spices. This keto-modified version focuses on the flavorful meat and gravy, intended to be consumed without traditional carb sides like rice.
Key ingredients
Mutton (lamb) chunks, coconut milk (thick and thin), roasted curry powder, chili powder, turmeric powder, ginger-garlic paste, sliced red onions, tomatoes (small amount), curry leaves, rampe (pandan leaf), cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, cloves, coconut oil or vegetable oil, salt.
How to make it keto
CRITICAL: This dish MUST be consumed without rice or any other carb-heavy accompaniments. Confirm no added sugar in the curry or pre-made curry pastes.
Say this to the waiter (Sinhala)
බලු මස් කරි සීනි හෝ කලින් හදපු කරි පේස්ට් නැතුව දෙන්න. බත් හෝ පිෂ්ඨය සහිත වෙනත් දේවල් නැතුව දෙන්න.
Please make the Balu Mas Kari without added sugar, or pre-made curry pastes. I'll have it without rice or carb sides.
Watch out for
Onions, tomatoes, coconut milk (moderate carbs), potential hidden sugars in pre-made curry powders/pastes. Portion control of gravy is important if carb-sensitive.
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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