Acar Kuning
Yellow Pickled Vegetables (Sugar-Free)
Yes, with a tweak: request absolutely no sugar. About 8g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Indonesian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A vibrant and tangy mix of pickled vegetables such as cucumber, carrots, shallots, and chilies, seasoned with a turmeric-based spice paste, vinegar, and other aromatic spices. This dish provides a refreshing and savory-sour complement to richer main courses.
Key ingredients
Cucumber, carrot, green chilies, red chilies, shallots, garlic, turmeric, ginger, candlenut, vinegar, salt, black pepper, cooking oil (for sautéing spices).
How to make it keto
Crucially, request absolutely no sugar. Many restaurants add sugar to balance the sourness of the vinegar. Specify a sugar-free preparation.
Say this to the waiter (Indonesian)
Untuk Acar Kuning, mohon disiapkan sama sekali tanpa gula.
For Acar Kuning, please prepare it absolutely without any sugar.
Watch out for
Significant hidden sugar in the pickling liquid or dressing. Carrots contribute a moderate amount of 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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