Babi Panggang Karo (BPK)
Karo-style Grilled Pork
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Indonesian dishes.
What it is
A signature dish from the Karo Batak people, featuring succulent cuts of marinated pork (often fatty belly or shoulder) grilled to perfection. It's typically served with three distinct sauces: a spicy blood sauce (sambal tuhe), a green chili sauce, and a clear pork broth (sup).
Key ingredients
Marinated pork, sambal tuhe, green chili sauce, pork broth
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugar in marinades or sauces. The pork blood sauce is optional and can be skipped if preferred. Serve without rice or carby sides.
Say this to the waiter (Indonesian)
Babi Panggang Karo-nya, mohon dipastikan tanpa gula di bumbu atau saus. Saya tidak mau saus darah babi, dan tanpa nasi atau karbo lainnya.
For Babi Panggang Karo, please ensure no sugar in marinades or sauces. I'd like it without the pork blood sauce and no rice or carby sides.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in marinades; side dishes like rice (omit).
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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