Dallan Thel Dala
Calamari/Cuttlefish Stir-fry
Yes, keto as served. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender calamari or cuttlefish rings stir-fried with onions, bell peppers (optional), garlic, ginger, green chilies, and a medley of Sri Lankan spices. A quick and savory seafood dish that fits perfectly into a keto diet.
Key ingredients
Calamari or cuttlefish, coconut oil or vegetable oil, sliced red onions, garlic paste, ginger paste, green chilies, chili flakes, curry leaves, rampe (pandan leaf), salt, black pepper, small amount of bell peppers (optional).
Optional tweaks
None needed. Ensure no flour or breading is used for frying. Limit bell peppers if carb-sensitive.
Say this to the waiter (Sinhala)
දැල්ලන් තෙල් දාලා හදද්දි පාන්පිටි හෝ කෝට් කරන්නේ නැතුව, බෙල් පෙපර්ස් අඩුවෙන් දාන්න.
Please make the Dallan Thel Dala without flour or breading. Limit bell peppers.
Watch out for
Minimal carbs from onions, garlic, ginger, and small amounts of bell peppers.
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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