Daging Bumbu Bali
Balinese Spiced Beef Stew
Yes, keto as served. About 8g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Indonesian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender beef pieces slow-cooked in a vibrant and spicy Balinese paste (bumbu bali) made from a variety of fresh herbs and spices, resulting in a rich, aromatic, and deeply flavorful stew.
Key ingredients
Beef, shallots, garlic, ginger, galangal, turmeric, candlenuts, red chilies, lemongrass, bay leaves, lime leaves, coconut milk (optional, some versions use it), cooking oil, salt, pepper.
Optional tweaks
Confirm no kecap manis (sweet soy sauce) or excessive amounts of tamarind paste are used. Request without rice.
Say this to the waiter (Indonesian)
Daging Bumbu Bali-nya mohon tanpa kecap manis atau asam jawa berlebihan. Dan tanpa nasi, ya.
For Daging Bumbu Bali, please ensure no kecap manis or excessive tamarind. Serve without rice.
Watch out for
Marinades or cooking sauces can sometimes contain added sugar (kecap manis) or tamarind paste, which adds carbs. Always confirm no added sugar/kecap manis.
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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