Kalu Miris Kukul Mas Badun
Black Pepper Chicken Dry Fry
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Sri Lankan dishes.
What it is
Chicken pieces marinated in a generous amount of freshly crushed black pepper and other Sri Lankan spices, often with a hint of lime, then dry-fried until well-browned and intensely flavorful. This dish does not typically use coconut milk.
Key ingredients
Chicken, black pepper, chili powder, turmeric, curry leaves, garlic, ginger, lime juice, cooking oil, salt.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugar or starchy thickeners are added to the marinade or during cooking.
Say this to the waiter (Sinhala)
කළු මිරිස් කුකුළු මස් බදුන් එකට සීනි හෝ පිෂ්ඨය සහිත ඝනකාරක දාන්න එපා.
For Kalu Miris Kukul Mas Badun, ensure no sugar or starchy thickeners are added.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in marinades or pre-made spice blends.
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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