Uuru Eli Badun
Spicy Pan-fried Pork Belly
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Sri Lankan dishes.
What it is
Thick slices of succulent pork belly are pan-fried or dry-roasted with plenty of Sri Lankan spices, green chilies, onions, and curry leaves until the belly is crispy and the fat is well-rendered. A rich, flavorful, and savory dish.
Key ingredients
Pork belly, red onions, green chilies, curry leaves, garlic, ginger, chili powder, turmeric, black pepper, cooking oil, salt.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugar is used in the spice rub or during the cooking process. No starchy vegetables.
Say this to the waiter (Sinhala)
ඌරු එලි බදුන් සඳහා, සීනි නැතුව හදන්න. පිෂ්ඨය සහිත එළවළු දාන්න එපා.
For Uuru Eli Badun, please ensure no sugar is used in the spice rub or cooking. No starchy vegetables, please.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in spice rubs or marinades.
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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