Ayam Goreng
Indonesian Fried Chicken
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Indonesian dishes.
What it is
Chicken pieces marinated in a savory blend of spices (often including turmeric, galangal, garlic) and then deep-fried until golden and crispy. Typically served without a thick breading.
Key ingredients
Chicken (parts), garlic, turmeric, galangal, lemongrass, salt, pepper, cooking oil (for deep frying).
Optional tweaks
Confirm *no flour or breading* is used. Some restaurants might use a very light dredge; clarify. Request *no added sugar* in the marinade or accompanying sambal.
Say this to the waiter (Indonesian)
Ayam Goreng-nya tidak pakai tepung, kan? Bumbu dan sambalnya juga jangan pakai gula ya.
For the Ayam Goreng, please confirm no flour or breading. And no added sugar in the marinade or sambal.
Watch out for
Occasionally a very light flour dredge, but often naturally gluten-free. Accompanying sambals might have added sugar.
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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