Ayam Goreng Rempah
Spiced Fried Chicken
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no flour or starchy coating (some recipes might use a small amount for extra crispiness); confirm no sugar is added to the marinade. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Indonesian dishes.
What it is
Chicken marinated in a rich, aromatic blend of fresh Indonesian spices, then deep-fried until incredibly golden and crispy, often characterized by flavorful, crunchy spice bits that cling to the chicken.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces, galangal, lemongrass, ginger, turmeric, garlic, shallots, candlenuts, salt, pepper, deep-frying oil (e.g., coconut oil, palm oil).
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no flour or starchy coating (some recipes might use a small amount for extra crispiness); confirm no sugar is added to the marinade.
Say this to the waiter (Indonesian)
Ayam Goreng Rempah, tolong jangan pakai tepung atau pelapis pati. Pastikan juga tidak ada gula di bumbunya.
For Ayam Goreng Rempah, please use no flour or starchy coating, and confirm no added sugar in the marinade.
Watch out for
Potential for a light flour/starch coating to enhance crispiness; hidden sugar in marinade or seasoning blends.
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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