Hati Ungkep
Braised Beef Liver
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no sugar or kecap manis (sweet soy sauce) is used in the braising liquid. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Beef liver slow-braised in a rich mixture of aromatic spices such as galangal, lemongrass, turmeric, and garlic. The liver becomes tender and deeply infused with savory flavors, served directly from its fragrant braising liquid.
Key ingredients
Beef liver, galangal, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, turmeric, garlic, shallots, candlenut, salt, pepper, cooking oil, water/broth.
How to make it keto
Crucially, confirm no sugar or kecap manis (sweet soy sauce) is used in the braising liquid. Some traditional recipes might include a touch of palm sugar, which must be omitted.
Say this to the waiter (Indonesian)
Hati Ungkep tolong dipastikan tidak pakai gula atau kecap manis di bumbu ungkepnya, termasuk gula merah.
Hati Ungkep: please confirm no sugar or kecap manis in the braising liquid, including palm sugar.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar or kecap manis in the braising liquid, especially in pre-made batches. Candlenuts contribute a small amount of 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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