Issa Kari
Prawn Curry
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no added sugar or starchy thickeners. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Fresh prawns cooked in a creamy and spicy coconut milk-based curry with a blend of roasted Sri Lankan spices, creating a flavorful and aromatic dish.
Key ingredients
Prawns, coconut milk, curry powder, chili powder, turmeric, fenugreek, mustard seeds, onions, ginger, garlic, curry leaves, green chilies, tomatoes (optional), coconut oil.
How to make it keto
Ensure no added sugar or starchy thickeners. Request to omit or reduce tomatoes if used. Serve without rice or any other carb accompaniment.
Say this to the waiter (Sinhala)
ඉස්සෝ කරියට සීනි හෝ පිෂ්ඨය සහිත ඝනකාරක දාන්න එපා. තක්කාලි ටිකක් අඩුවෙන් දාන්න පුළුවන්ද? බත් හෝ වෙනත් පිෂ්ඨය සහිත දෙයක් නැතුව දෙන්න.
For the Issa Kari, please ensure no added sugar or starchy thickeners. Can I have reduced tomatoes? Please serve it without rice or any other carbs.
Watch out for
Onions and tomatoes can contribute to carbs. Some restaurants might add a small amount of sugar for taste balance or use pre-made sauces with hidden carbs.
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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