One of the most popular Indian dishes to enjoy is a biryani, and typically this is a rice dish that incorporates all ingredients into one, which typically uses a curry sauce to thicken the dish up and make it more moist.
Luckily, this dish can be made keto friendly by trading the typically used rice for cauliflower rice.
You then pair this with succulent, freshly chopped chicken which is then grilled or fried and lathered with a blend of herbs and spices.
Many people are more inclined towards a shrimp curry rather than beef, chicken or lamb – and this can also be made into a keto friendly dish without any real hassle.
It’s recommended that you use medium sized shrimp so they absorb the sauce flavors better.
The important part really is the sauce, and it needs to be spiced, flavorful and use coconut cream to really allow the tastes to burst.
Perhaps the most popular dish in Indian cuisine, at least in Western culture, is butter chicken. Despite being mild, it is very succulent and full of flavor.
The best part of butter chicken is that the original recipe is keto friendly on its own.
Of course, you can’t have a pairing with rice or bread, but there’s nothing to stop you from having cauliflower rice or keto flatbread with it.
Samosas are definitely a favorite when it comes to Indian sides, and there’s no reason why you can’t make them keto friendly.
For the outside layer, you simply use almond flour for the dough – and for the filling, easily include cauliflower instead.
Not only are these samosas great for a side when you’re enjoying an Indian dish, but they’re brilliant for a snack or midweek pick-me-up when you’re feeling peckish.
This dish is a perfect inclusion for any Indian recipe, either as a main or simply as an entree. With its Indian spiced flavor, you might find yourself gorging on these amazing cauliflowers.
When you’re roasting these vegetables, be sure to add freshly squeezed lemon juice on the top for added flavor!
Perhaps the mildest choice of Indian curry is chicken korma, but just because it is mild does not mean it has to be bland.
It uses smooth almond butter, but if you want to use peanut butter instead – that’s absolutely fine.
It creates a unique, nutty finish and the chicken easily absorbs the flavoring of the sauce.
This curry is perfect for anyone on a keto diet that prefers not to have a really spicy curry when they choose Indian food. As a result, anybody can enjoy a chicken korma, of any age!
Lamb has a very unique flavor and when it is prepared correctly, it is one of the most tender and succulent meats you can use.
It’s recommended that you marinade the lamb in garlic and ginger for one night before you decide to prepare your meal, and ensure you use Kashmiri chili to make the meal absolutely pack a punch of flavor.
An important point to note with this dish though is that it is one of the most time consuming meals to make.
From the point of preparation to serving, you could find yourself spending an awful lot of time – so be prepared for a wait.
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