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Beef Cooked with Green Chilies
Yes, with a tweak: request no sugar or sweet soy sauce (kecap manis) in the sauce. About 5.5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Indonesian dishes.
What it is
Tender beef slices or chunks simmered in a vibrant and spicy sauce made predominantly from green chilies, garlic, shallots, and ginger. The dish offers a zesty heat and savory depth.
Key ingredients
Beef cuts (e.g., tenderloin, sirloin), green chilies (large and bird's eye), cooking oil, garlic, shallots, ginger, small amount of tomato, salt, white pepper, soy sauce.
How to make it keto
Request no sugar or sweet soy sauce (kecap manis) in the sauce. Ensure no cornstarch thickener is used.
Say this to the waiter (Indonesian)
Sausnya tanpa gula, kecap manis, dan jangan pakai pengental maizena ya.
Please no sugar, kecap manis, or cornstarch thickener in the sauce.
Watch out for
Restaurants might add sugar or kecap manis for flavor and color. A small amount of tomato is often used, contributing minimal carbs. Cornstarch can be used as a thickener.
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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