Kankun Thel Dala
Tempered Water Spinach
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Sri Lankan dishes.
What it is
Fresh water spinach (kankun) stir-fried or tempered with garlic, onions, and green chilies. It's a vibrant, leafy green side dish with a slight crunch and savory, garlicky flavor.
Key ingredients
Water spinach (kankun), coconut oil, garlic, red onions, green chilies, salt.
Optional tweaks
N/A (naturally keto). Ensure no high-carb additions like potato or lentils, which are not traditional for this specific dish.
Say this to the waiter (Sinhala)
කංකුන් තෙල් දාලා වලට අල හෝ පරිප්පු වැනි පිෂ්ටය සහිත දේවල් එකතු නොකර සකස් කරන්න.
For Kankun Thel Dala, please ensure no high-carb additions like potato or lentils.
Watch out for
Some restaurants might add a pinch of sugar to enhance flavor; 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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