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While South Indian food is commonly linked with high-carb rice, lentils, and grains, some innovative twists and adjustments to make these meals Keto-friendly
With just a few basic spices like black pepper, onion, and garlic, you can prepare flavourful rasam in no time. (News18 Kannada)
The Keto diet, also known as the Ketogenic diet, is gaining popularity due to its ability to induce weight loss and improve specific health concerns. While South Indian food is commonly linked with high-carb rice, lentils, and grains, some innovative twists and adjustments to make these meals Keto-friendly. Here’s a selection of traditional South Indian Keto recipes carefully curated for individuals who wish to keep fit and healthy without giving up their long-loved South Indian staples.
Almond Flour Dosa
Regular dosas cannot be eaten on the Keto Diet because the batter contains high-carb foods such as rice and lentils. By replacing high-carb ingredients with Keto-compliant substitutes, you may enjoy the crispy and savoury pleasure of dosa while adhering to your Keto diet. Mix almond flour, shredded mozzarella, coconut milk, salt, cumin powder and asafetida together to make a thick batter.
Sundal
Sundal is a traditional South Indian meal made of cooked legumes such as chickpeas, or black-eyed peas that are seasoned with mustard seeds and curry leaves. It is a popular festival food as well as a nutritious, protein-rich snack. Sundal is high in fibre, low in fat, and helps you feel full, making it an excellent choice for weight loss.
Cabbage Poriyal
This is a vegetable curry cooked using non-starchy vegetables such as cauliflower, beans, spinach, zucchini and tomatoes that are naturally low in carbs and sugar. To keep carbs low, avoid using starchy veggies such as potatoes or carrots. Use coconut milk or tomatoes to make a flavourful, sugar-free curry. Cabbage is a good source of vitamin C and other antioxidants, which improve skin health and immunity. Its high fibre content promotes good gut health and regular bowel motions.
Asparagus Poriyal
Asparagus Poriyal is a quick and easy South Indian stir fry meal that includes fresh asparagus, coconut, and a few spices. This cuisine is vegan, ketogenic, low-carb, and gluten-free. Asparagus is stir-fried with South Indian seasonings such as mustard seeds and curry leaves, then sprinkled with fresh coconut for a delicious finish.
Kootu
Kootu is a dish that combines lentils and non-starchy vegetables such as pumpkin, bottle gourd, and beans. It’s a protein-rich, low-carb dish, especially when made with non-starchy vegetables. Lentils are a fantastic source of plant-based protein that promotes muscle health.
Keerai Masiyal
Keerai Masiyal is a simple yet nutritious dish made from mashed spinach or other leafy greens. It’s a delectable way to get your greens in while using little oil and seasoning with mustard seeds, garlic, and green chillies. This dish is high in iron, calcium, and antioxidants, which promotes general health while being low in calories.
Rasam
Rasam is a sour, spicy soup prepared with tamarind, tomatoes, cumin, and black pepper. It is naturally sugar-free and low in carbohydrates because it is mostly produced with tomatoes, tamarind, and spices. Spices such as cumin, pepper, and tamarind assist digestion and reduce bloating.
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