Ayam Tim Jahe (Keto Modified)
Steamed Chicken with Ginger and Scallions (Sugar-Free Sauce)
Yes, with a tweak: crucial to confirm no sugar is added to the steaming marinade or the accompanying sauce. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Indonesian dishes.
What it is
Succulent chicken pieces gently steamed with a generous amount of fresh ginger, garlic, and scallions. The steaming process keeps the chicken moist and tender, and it's typically served with a light, savory, and aromatic sauce.
Key ingredients
Chicken (e.g., thigh or breast), fresh ginger, garlic, scallions, soy sauce (or coconut aminos for strict keto), sesame oil, salt, white pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucial to confirm no sugar is added to the steaming marinade or the accompanying sauce. Request minimal soy sauce or use coconut aminos if available to control sodium and hidden sugars. No rice.
Say this to the waiter (Indonesian)
Untuk Ayam Tim Jahe, mohon pastikan bumbu dan sausnya tanpa gula. Kecap asin sedikit saja. Tidak pakai nasi. Kalau ada, pakai coconut aminos.
For Ayam Tim Jahe, confirm no sugar in marinade or sauce. Minimal soy sauce, please. No rice. Coconut aminos if available.
Watch out for
The sauce, even if light, might contain a small amount of sugar. Soy sauce contains a tiny amount of carbs; excessive use or certain brands can add up. Ensure no starchy thickeners in the sauce.
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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