Ayam Bumbu Kuning
Chicken in Yellow Spice Sauce
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Indonesian dishes.
What it is
Chicken pieces braised in a rich, aromatic yellow spice paste made from fresh turmeric, galangal, ginger, lemongrass, shallots, and garlic, resulting in tender, flavorful meat.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces (thighs, drumsticks), coconut oil, turmeric, galangal, ginger, lemongrass, shallots, garlic, candlenuts (small amount), lime leaves, salt, pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no added sugar or starchy thickeners.
Say this to the waiter (Indonesian)
Mohon ayam bumbu kuningnya tanpa gula tambahan dan tanpa pengental tepung.
Please ensure no added sugar or starchy thickeners in the ayam bumbu kuning.
Watch out for
Minimal from candlenuts; potential hidden sugar in pre-made pastes.
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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