Ayam Goreng Kemiri
Chicken Fried with Candlenut Paste
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no sugar is added to the marinade. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Chicken pieces marinated in a fragrant spice paste predominantly featuring kemiri (candlenuts), giving the chicken a unique savory depth and slightly creamy texture, then deep-fried until golden brown.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces, cooking oil (for frying), candlenuts, shallots, garlic, ginger, galangal, turmeric, lemongrass, salt, white pepper.
How to make it keto
Confirm no sugar is added to the marinade. Ensure no flour coating is used (authentic versions typically don't use flour).
Say this to the waiter (Indonesian)
Ayam Goreng Kemiri, tolong. Ada gula di bumbunya tidak? Dan pastikan tidak pakai lapisan tepung ya.
Ayam Goreng Kemiri, please. Is there any sugar in the marinade? And please ensure no flour coating is used.
Watch out for
Candlenuts contribute some carbs. Minor carbs from other spices and aromatics. Potential for hidden sugars in marinades.
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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