Gulai Ayam
Chicken Curry with Coconut Milk
Yes, with a tweak: request no added sugar. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Indonesian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rich and aromatic chicken curry simmered in creamy coconut milk with a complex blend of spices like turmeric, galangal, lemongrass, and chilies. The creamy, savory flavor is ideal for keto, provided modifications are made.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces, thick coconut milk, cooking oil, red chilies, shallots, garlic, ginger, turmeric, galangal, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, coriander, cumin, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no added sugar. Ensure no high-carb vegetables (like potatoes, carrots, or squash) are used. Confirm no flour or starch is used as a thickener.
Say this to the waiter (Indonesian)
Gulai Ayam-nya tanpa gula tambahan, ya. Jangan pakai sayur karbo tinggi (kentang, wortel, labu). Mohon konfirmasi tidak pakai tepung pengental?
Gulai Ayam: no added sugar, please. No high-carb vegetables (potatoes, carrots, squash). Confirm no flour or starch as thickener?
Watch out for
Hidden sugar; high-carb vegetables; flour/starch thickeners.
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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