Malu Katu Thel Dala
Clam/Mussel Dry Fry
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Sri Lankan dishes.
What it is
Fresh clams or mussels dry-fried with plenty of Sri Lankan spices, curry leaves, onions, and green chilies until fragrant. A flavorful and naturally low-carb seafood dish, typically served as a savory side.
Key ingredients
Clams or mussels, Sri Lankan spices, curry leaves, onions, green chilies
Optional tweaks
Ensure no added sugar or high-carb thickeners. Request extra oil if desired for fat intake.
Say this to the waiter (Sinhala)
මාළු කටු තෙල් දාලා එකට සීනි හෝ පිෂ්ඨය සහිත දේවල් දාන්න එපා. තෙල් වැඩියෙන් දාලා හදන්න.
No sugar or high-carb thickeners in the Malu Katu Thel Dala. Please add extra cooking oil.
Watch out for
Small amounts of onion, garlic, ginger. Potential for hidden sugar in some restaurant preparations.
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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