Botok Daging Sapi
Steamed Beef in Spiced Coconut Milk (Banana Leaf)
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Indonesian dishes.
What it is
Botok Daging Sapi is a traditional dish where minced or thinly sliced beef is mixed with a rich blend of spices, grated coconut, and sometimes belimbing wuluh (starfruit) for a tangy note, then wrapped in banana leaves and steamed until cooked through. The steaming method locks in the flavors, resulting in a tender and aromatic dish. It is naturally keto-friendly.
Key ingredients
Beef (minced or sliced), grated coconut, chilies, shallots, garlic, ginger, galangal, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, belimbing wuluh (optional), cooking oil, salt, banana leaves for wrapping.
Optional tweaks
Confirm no added sugar, excessive bell peppers, or starchy fillers are used in the mixture. Served without rice.
Say this to the waiter (Indonesian)
Untuk Botok Daging Sapi, pastikan tanpa gula tambahan, paprika berlebihan, atau pengisi pati. Jangan pakai nasi.
For Botok Daging Sapi, confirm no added sugar, excessive bell peppers, or starchy fillers. Served without rice.
Watch out for
Small amounts of belimbing wuluh (if used), potential for hidden sugars if not specified, usually served with rice.
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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