Bonchi Kari
Green Bean Curry
Yes, keto as served. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Fresh green beans cooked in a rich coconut milk gravy with mild Sri Lankan spices like turmeric, curry leaves, and mustard seeds. A tender and aromatic vegetable curry, excellent as a side.
Key ingredients
Green beans, coconut milk, red onions, green chilies, garlic, ginger, curry leaves, mustard seeds, turmeric powder, salt.
Optional tweaks
N/A (naturally keto). Ensure no potatoes, carrots, or other starchy vegetables are added, which is typical for a traditional 'Bonchi Kari'.
Say this to the waiter (Sinhala)
බෝංචි කරියට අල, කැරට් හෝ වෙනත් පිෂ්ටය සහිත එළවළු එකතු නොකර සකස් කරන්න.
For Bonchi Kari, please ensure no potatoes, carrots, or other starchy vegetables are added.
Watch out for
Some restaurants might add a pinch of sugar to the curry base for flavor balancing; confirm no sugar.
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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