Cah Pare Udang
Stir-fried Bitter Melon with Shrimp
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sugar, kecap manis (sweet soy sauce), or cornstarch is used in the seasoning or sauce. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A savory and uniquely flavored stir-fry featuring sliced bitter melon (pare) and tender shrimp, cooked with garlic, shallots, and chili. This dish offers a distinctive taste and is a healthy, low-carb choice.
Key ingredients
Bitter melon, shrimp, cooking oil, garlic, shallots, red chilies, salt.
How to make it keto
Ensure no sugar, kecap manis (sweet soy sauce), or cornstarch is used in the seasoning or sauce. Confirm no other high-carb vegetables are added.
Say this to the waiter (Indonesian)
Mohon tanpa gula, kecap manis, atau maizena untuk bumbu/saus Cah Pare Udang ini. Jangan pakai sayuran tinggi karbo lain juga.
No sugar, kecap manis, or cornstarch in the seasoning/sauce, please. And no other high-carb vegetables.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar or kecap manis in seasoning.
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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