Asem-Asem Daging (Keto Modified)
Sweet and Sour Beef Soup (Low Carb, No Sweet Soy Sauce)
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely crucial to request no sweet soy sauce (kecap manis). About 8g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Indonesian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A flavorful beef soup with a refreshing sweet and sour taste, derived from tamarind and often belimbing wuluh (starfruit). It typically includes green beans and sometimes other vegetables. The keto modification focuses on eliminating added sugars.
Key ingredients
Beef (often sirloin or short ribs), tamarind, belimbing wuluh, green beans, shallots, garlic, chilies, lemongrass, galangal, bay leaves, salt, pepper, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Absolutely crucial to request no sweet soy sauce (kecap manis). Confirm no other added sugars. Avoid high-carb vegetables if present (e.g., carrots in excess).
Say this to the waiter (Indonesian)
Untuk Asem-Asem Daging, mohon tanpa kecap manis dan gula tambahan lain. Tolong hindari sayuran tinggi karbo seperti wortel berlebihan.
For Asem-Asem Daging, no kecap manis or any added sugar. Please limit high-carb vegetables like carrots.
Watch out for
Heavy reliance on sweet soy sauce (kecap manis) for the 'sweet' component. Some recipes may add sugar directly. Green beans contribute some carbs; moderate portion is fine.
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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