Cumi Goreng Mentega
Fried Squid in Butter Sauce (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: request no flour or batter on the squid. About 9g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Indonesian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Fresh squid lightly fried and then tossed in a rich, savory butter sauce. A popular seafood dish, typically featuring tender squid rings.
Key ingredients
Squid, butter, cooking oil, garlic, onion, salt, white pepper, optional soy sauce (ensure sugar-free).
How to make it keto
Request no flour or batter on the squid. Ensure the butter sauce is made without added sugar or sweet soy sauce (kecap manis).
Say this to the waiter (Indonesian)
Untuk Cumi Goreng Mentega, cumi tanpa tepung. Mohon pastikan saus mentega tanpa gula atau kecap manis.
For Cumi Goreng Mentega, no flour or batter on the squid. Please ensure the butter sauce has no added sugar or kecap manis.
Watch out for
Flour/starch in batter, hidden sugar in soy sauce or other components of the butter sauce, excessive onions.
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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