Kukul Mas Thel Dala
Chicken Pan-fry/Stir-fry
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Sri Lankan dishes.
What it is
Tender chicken pieces pan-fried or stir-fried with a fragrant mix of Sri Lankan spices, sautéed onions, garlic, and curry leaves. This is a drier preparation than a curry, emphasizing savory, spiced chicken flavors.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces (bone-in or boneless), coconut oil, onions, garlic, ginger, green chilies, curry leaves, turmeric powder, chili powder, black pepper, salt.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no flour or breading is used. Request no added sugar in the marinade or cooking process. Confirm no potatoes are added.
Say this to the waiter (Sinhala)
කුකුල් මස් තෙල්දාලා එකට පිටි ආලේප කරන්න එපා. සීනි දාන්නේ නැතිව, අල නැතිව හදන්න.
Kukul Mas Thel Dala: No flour or breading, please. No added sugar in marinade or cooking. Also, confirm no potatoes are added.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in marinades or pre-made spice blends. Potential for flour coating if not specified. Some restaurants might include potatoes or other starchy vegetables.
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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