Nivithi Mallum
Sri Lankan Spinach Stir-fry
Yes, keto as served. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Finely chopped spinach (Nivithi) quickly stir-fried with grated coconut, onions, green chilies, and tempered spices, creating a nutritious and flavorful side dish.
Key ingredients
Spinach (Nivithi), fresh grated coconut, onions, green chilies, mustard seeds, curry leaves, garlic, turmeric powder, salt, coconut oil.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no starchy thickeners. Confirm no sugar is added (though generally not in Mallums).
Say this to the waiter (Sinhala)
නිවිති මැල්ලුමට පිෂ්ඨය හෝ අමතර සීනි දාන්න එපා.
For Nivithi Mallum, please ensure no starchy thickeners and no added sugar.
Watch out for
Onions. Potential for small amounts of sugar if not clarified.
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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