Pasu Palu Mallum
Mixed Leafy Greens Mallum
Yes, with a tweak: ensure only low-carb leafy greens are included (avoid spinach in large quantities as some find it higher carb). About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Sri Lankan dishes.
What it is
A vibrant and nutritious stir-fried dish featuring a medley of fresh, shredded low-carb leafy greens (e.g., kankun, gotukola, murunga leaves), tempered with mustard seeds, garlic, onions, and finished with fresh grated coconut and a squeeze of lime.
Key ingredients
Assorted low-carb leafy greens (e.g., kankun, gotukola, murunga leaves), grated coconut, onions, garlic, green chilies, mustard seeds, cooking oil, lime juice, salt.
How to make it keto
Ensure only low-carb leafy greens are included (avoid spinach in large quantities as some find it higher carb). Confirm no sugar is added to enhance flavor, which is uncommon but possible.
Say this to the waiter (Sinhala)
පසු පළු මැල්ලුමට සීනි දාන්න එපා. අඩු කාබෝහයිඩ්රේට් සහිත පලා වර්ග විතරයි පාවිච්චි කළේ කියලා තහවුරු කරන්න.
For the Pasu Palu Mallum, please ensure only low-carb leafy greens are used, and no sugar is added.
Watch out for
Onions, small amounts of grated coconut. Hidden sugars if seasoning is pre-mixed.
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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