Karawala Thel Dala
Tempered Dried Fish
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Sri Lankan dishes.
What it is
Pieces of dried fish (such as sprats or small tuna) tempered in coconut oil with onions, green chilies, and curry leaves until crispy and aromatic. A pungent, savory, and protein-rich side dish.
Key ingredients
Dried fish, coconut oil, red onions, green chilies, curry leaves, garlic, salt.
Optional tweaks
N/A (naturally keto). Ensure no added sugar or flour for crispiness.
Say this to the waiter (Sinhala)
කරවල තෙල් දාලා වලට සීනි හෝ පිටි එකතු නොකර සකස් කරන්න පුළුවන්ද?
For Karawala Thel Dala, please ensure no added sugar or flour is used for crispiness.
Watch out for
Some restaurants might add a pinch of sugar to balance flavors; confirm no sugar. No flour should be used for crisping.
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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