Ayam Ungkep Kelapa
Chicken Braised in Coconut Milk and Spices
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sugar or kecap manis is used in the braising liquid. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Indonesian dishes.
What it is
Chicken pieces braised slowly in a rich coconut milk base infused with a blend of ground spices like turmeric, galangal, lemongrass, ginger, garlic, and shallots. This method ensures tender, flavorful chicken.
Key ingredients
Chicken, coconut milk, turmeric, galangal, lemongrass, ginger, garlic, shallots, kaffir lime leaves, cooking oil, salt.
How to make it keto
Ensure no sugar or kecap manis is used in the braising liquid. Typically, this dish can be pan-fried or grilled after braising; opt for just the braised chicken.
Say this to the waiter (Indonesian)
Ayam Ungkep Kelapanya tanpa gula atau kecap manis di bumbunya, dan cukup ayam ungkepnya saja, tidak digoreng atau dibakar.
Ayam Ungkep Kelapa, please. No sugar or kecap manis in the braising liquid, and just the braised chicken, not fried or grilled.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in the spice paste or braising liquid are a primary concern. Restaurant sauces can sometimes contain thickeners.
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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