Wambatu Thel Dala
Stir-fried Eggplant
Yes, keto as served. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Eggplant sliced and stir-fried until tender, typically with onions, green chilies, and a light seasoning. A simple yet flavorful vegetable accompaniment.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, red onions, green chilies, turmeric, chili powder (optional), salt, coconut oil.
Optional tweaks
Crucially, ensure this is a simple fry, not Wambatu Moju, which contains high amounts of sugar and vinegar. Confirm no sugar is added.
Say this to the waiter (Sinhala)
වම්බටු තෙල් දාලා එක, මෝජු වගේ නැතුව සාමාන්ය විදියට බැදලා, සීනි දාන්න එපා.
For the Wambatu Thel Dala, please make sure it's a simple fry, not Moju, and no added sugar.
Watch out for
The primary risk is it being confused with or prepared like Wambatu Moju, which is very high in sugar. Confirm with the restaurant. Onions add minimal carbs.
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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