Bandakka Thel Dala
Okra Stir-fry
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Sri Lankan dishes.
What it is
Okra pods stir-fried until tender-crisp with onions, garlic, green chilies, and curry leaves, often seasoned with turmeric and chili powder. A dry, flavorful side dish.
Key ingredients
Okra, onions, garlic, green chilies, curry leaves, turmeric, chili powder
Optional tweaks
Confirm the okra is not dusted with flour or cornstarch before frying.
Say this to the waiter (Sinhala)
මේකට සීනි දාන්නේ නැතුව දෙන්න පුලුවන්ද?
Can I have this without added sugar, please?
Watch out for
Okra contains natural mucilage and some carbs; avoid overeating.
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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