Gulai Kikil
Beef Skin Curry
Yes, with a tweak: request no added sugar in the gulai paste or sauce. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Indonesian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender beef skin (kikil), rich in collagen, slow-cooked in a spicy and aromatic curry made with coconut milk and a blend of traditional Indonesian spices.
Key ingredients
Beef skin (kikil), coconut milk, galangal, lemongrass, turmeric, ginger, garlic, shallots, chilies, candlenuts, coriander, cumin, salt, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Request no added sugar in the gulai paste or sauce. Ensure it's served without rice or other high-carb accompaniments.
Say this to the waiter (Indonesian)
Gulai Kikilnya minta tanpa gula di bumbu atau kuah gulainya. Tolong disajikan tanpa nasi atau pendamping karbo tinggi lainnya.
For Gulai Kikil, please no added sugar in the gulai paste or sauce. Serve it without rice or other high-carb accompaniments.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in the gulai spice paste (bumbu gulai). Coconut milk contains some carbs. Often served with rice.
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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