Kukul Mas Badun
Spicy Dry Chicken Fry
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no starchy thickeners, potatoes, or added sugar in the marinade or sauce. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Sri Lankan dishes.
What it is
Chicken pieces marinated in a blend of Sri Lankan spices and then stir-fried or pan-fried until tender and dry, resulting in a rich, spicy, and flavorful dish.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces, curry powder, chili powder, black pepper, turmeric, ginger, garlic, curry leaves, onions, green chilies, coconut oil.
How to make it keto
Ensure no starchy thickeners, potatoes, or added sugar in the marinade or sauce. Serve without rice, roti, or any other carb accompaniment.
Say this to the waiter (Sinhala)
කුකුල් මස් බදුනට පිෂ්ඨය සහිත ඝනකාරක, අල, හෝ සීනි දාන්න එපා. බත්, රොටි හෝ වෙනත් පිෂ්ඨය සහිත දෙයක් නැතුව දෙන්න.
For the Kukul Mas Badun, please ensure no starchy thickeners, potatoes, or added sugar. Serve it without rice, roti, or any other carbs.
Watch out for
Marinades or sauces in restaurants might contain hidden sugars or small amounts of flour/starch for thickening. Onions also contribute to carbs.
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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