Issa Thel Dala
Prawn Stir-fry / Fried Prawns
Yes, keto as served. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Succulent prawns stir-fried or pan-fried with a blend of Sri Lankan spices, onions, green chilies, and curry leaves. A quick and flavorful preparation that is naturally low in carbs and rich in protein.
Key ingredients
Prawns, coconut oil or vegetable oil, turmeric powder, chili powder, salt, black pepper, garlic paste, ginger paste, sliced red onions, green chilies, curry leaves, lime juice.
Optional tweaks
None needed. Confirm no sugar is added to the stir-fry.
Say this to the waiter (Sinhala)
ඉස්සෝ තෙල් දාලා හදද්දි සීනි එකතු කරන්නේ නැතුව දෙන්න.
Please make the Issa Thel Dala without any added sugar.
Watch out for
Minimal carbs from onions, garlic, and ginger. Potential for hidden sugar if any pre-made spice mixes or sauces are used.
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.
More on the Sri Lankan menuAll 177 Sri Lankan dishes ›
