Sinampalukang Manok (Chicken in Tamarind Leaves Soup)
Chicken Soup with Tamarind Leaves
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no high-carb vegetables like green papaya or potatoes are added. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Filipino dishes.
What it is
A comforting and tangy Filipino soup featuring tender chicken pieces simmered in a clear broth with young tamarind leaves (sampaloc leaves) for a distinct sour flavor, along with ginger, garlic, and fish sauce.
Key ingredients
Chicken (bone-in, skin-on preferred), fresh young tamarind leaves, ginger, garlic, onion, fish sauce, water/chicken broth, green chili (siling haba, optional).
How to make it keto
Ensure no high-carb vegetables like green papaya or potatoes are added. Request additional chayote (sayote) if available, as it's a keto-friendly vegetable.
Watch out for
Any traditional additions of high-carb vegetables. Hidden sugars in fish sauce or commercial broths.
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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