Dendeng Balado
Crispy Spicy Beef Jerky (Indonesian Style, No Rice)
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Thinly sliced beef that is boiled until tender, then lightly fried until crispy, and finally coated in a vibrant and spicy red chili (balado) sauce. The result is a savory, spicy, and satisfyingly textured dish.
Key ingredients
Beef sirloin/round, red chili peppers, shallots, garlic, tomatoes, lime juice, salt, cooking oil (e.g., palm oil).
Optional tweaks
Request no rice. Confirm no added sugar in the balado sauce (usually just salt/lime/chili/garlic, but some restaurants might add a pinch).
Say this to the waiter (Indonesian)
Dendeng Baladonya tanpa nasi. Saus baladonya tidak pakai gula ya?
Dendeng Balado, no rice please. Please confirm no sugar is added to the balado sauce.
Watch out for
Low. Some restaurants might add a small amount of sugar to the balado sauce.
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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