Karawala Sambol
Sri Lankan Dry Fish Sambol
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Sri Lankan dishes.
What it is
A pungent and flavorful condiment made from finely minced dried fish, chili, onion, and lime. Typically served as a spicy side.
Key ingredients
Dried fish (e.g., sprats, or any preferred dry fish), red onions (minimal), red chilies, lime juice, salt. Can sometimes include a touch of Maldive fish.
Optional tweaks
Ensure minimal onion. Confirm no added sugar.
Say this to the waiter (Sinhala)
කරවල සම්බෝලෙට ළූණු අඩු කරන්න. සීනි දාන්නේ නැහැ නේද?
For Karawala Sambol, please use minimal onion and confirm no added sugar.
Watch out for
Excess onion. Some variations might include a pinch of 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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