Maalu Mirisata (Spicy Pan-fried Fish)
Spicy Pan-fried Fish Fillet with Keto Sides
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Sri Lankan dishes.
What it is
A robustly spiced fish fillet, often tuna or mackerel, marinated in a blend of red chili powder, turmeric, and black pepper, then pan-fried to perfection. Served with optional keto-friendly sides like sautéed greens, ensuring a complete low-carb meal.
Key ingredients
Fish fillets (e.g., Tuna, Mackerel), coconut oil or vegetable oil, red chili powder, turmeric powder, black pepper, salt, garlic paste, ginger paste, curry leaves, lime juice. Keto sides like steamed spinach or broccoli.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sweet sauces are added. Focus on the pan-fried fish and request simple steamed or sautéed greens as sides, omitting any carb-heavy accompaniments.
Say this to the waiter (Sinhala)
මාළු මිරිසට හදද්දි පැණිරස සෝස් නැතුව දෙන්න. පිෂ්ඨය නැති තැම්බූ හෝ තෙලෙන් බැදපු එළවළු ටිකක් එක්ක දෙන්න.
Please make the Maalu Mirisata without sweet sauces. Serve with simple steamed or sautéed greens, no carb-heavy sides.
Watch out for
Minimal carbs from spices, garlic, ginger. No significant carb risks when prepared simply.
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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