Gulai Jantung Pisang
Banana Blossom Gulai
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
Banana blossom (the heart of the banana plant) cooked in a rich, spicy, and creamy coconut milk curry, characteristic of Indonesian gulai dishes but with a unique vegetable focus.
Key ingredients
Banana blossom, coconut milk, galangal, turmeric, ginger, lemongrass, red chilies, shallots, garlic, candlenuts, kaffir lime leaves, bay leaves, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Request no added sugar. Be mindful of candlenuts, asking for minimal use. Ensure the proportion of high-carb aromatics like shallots is reasonable.
Say this to the waiter (Indonesian)
Untuk Gulai Jantung Pisang, mohon jangan pakai gula tambahan. Pakai kemiri sedikit saja. Mohon takaran bawang merahnya tidak terlalu banyak.
For Gulai Jantung Pisang, please no added sugar. Use minimal kemiri. Please ensure a reasonable amount of bawang merah.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in the gulai paste. Candlenuts contribute moderate carbs. Higher quantities of shallots and garlic. Coconut milk contains some natural carbs.
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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