Dendeng Ragi
Spiced Shredded Beef (Sugar-Free)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sugar or sweet soy sauce (kecap manis) is used in the marinade for the beef or added during the cooking process. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Indonesian dishes.
What it is
Thinly sliced or shredded beef that is slow-cooked until very tender, then stir-fried or lightly fried with a rich and aromatic 'ragi' spice paste. This dish is characterized by its dry, savory, and deeply spiced flavor, with the beef often having a slightly crispy texture.
Key ingredients
Beef (e.g., sirloin, tenderloin, or flank), shallots, garlic, ginger, galangal, turmeric, coriander, cumin, candlenut, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, salt, black pepper, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Ensure no sugar or sweet soy sauce (kecap manis) is used in the marinade for the beef or added during the cooking process. Confirm the spice paste is made without sugar.
Say this to the waiter (Indonesian)
Untuk Dendeng Ragi, mohon tanpa gula atau kecap manis di bumbu rendaman/saat memasak. Bumbu halusnya juga tanpa gula.
For Dendeng Ragi, please no sugar or kecap manis in the marinade or cooking. And confirm the spice paste is sugar-free.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in the spice paste or marinade. Use of sweet soy sauce (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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