Pathola Kari
Snake Gourd Curry
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Sri Lankan dishes.
What it is
A mild and creamy curry made with snake gourd pieces cooked in rich coconut milk with turmeric, curry leaves, and a selection of aromatic spices. A gentle, flavorful, and inherently low-carb vegetable dish.
Key ingredients
Snake gourd, coconut milk, red onions, green chilies, garlic, ginger, curry leaves, turmeric powder, fenugreek seeds, salt.
Optional tweaks
N/A (naturally keto). Ensure no potatoes or other high-carb vegetables are added, which is typical for this dish.
Say this to the waiter (Sinhala)
පතෝල කරියට අල හෝ වෙනත් පිෂ්ටය සහිත එළවළු එකතු නොකර සකස් කරන්න.
For Pathola Kari, please ensure no potatoes or other high-carb vegetables are added.
Watch out for
Some restaurants might add a pinch of sugar to balance flavors in the curry base; confirm no sugar.
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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