Buntut Bakar
Grilled Oxtail
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Indonesian dishes.
What it is
Tender oxtail marinated in a savory blend of Indonesian spices and grilled to perfection, resulting in a rich, smoky, and deeply flavorful dish. Typically served with a side of savory broth (which is fine) and a spicy sambal. This dish is naturally high in fat and protein.
Key ingredients
Oxtail, garlic, shallots, ginger, galangal, turmeric, candlenut, coriander, cumin, black pepper, bay leaves, lime leaves, oil (for marinating/grilling), salt, pepper, sambal.
Optional tweaks
Request no added sugar or sweet soy sauce (kecap manis) in the marinade or glaze. Explicitly ask for no rice or high-carb sides.
Say this to the waiter (Indonesian)
Buntut Bakar-nya mohon tanpa gula dan tanpa kecap manis di bumbu atau olesannya. Jangan disajikan dengan nasi atau lauk tinggi karbohidrat.
For the Buntut Bakar, please no added sugar or kecap manis in the marinade or glaze. And no rice or high-carb sides.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar or sweet soy sauce in the marinade/glaze. Can be served with rice or high-carb vegetables, so explicitly ask for none or keto-friendly sides.
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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