Ikan Asin Tumis Cabai Hijau
Stir-fried Salted Fish with Green Chili
Yes, keto as served. About 8g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Indonesian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Crispy fried salted fish (commonly 'jambal roti' or 'gabus') stir-fried with a vibrant, spicy green chili paste made from green chilies, shallots, garlic, and sometimes green tomatoes.
Key ingredients
Salted fish, green chilies, shallots, garlic, green tomatoes (small amount), cooking oil, salt (adjust due to salted fish).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugar is added to the chili paste or stir-fry. Confirm that the fish is fried without any flour coating.
Say this to the waiter (Indonesian)
Mohon sambal atau tumisannya tanpa gula. Ikan asinnya digoreng tanpa baluran tepung ya.
Please ensure no sugar in the chili paste or stir-fry. Also, confirm the fish is fried without any flour coating.
Watch out for
Small amounts of carbs from the chilies, shallots, garlic, and green tomatoes. Some restaurants might add a pinch of sugar.
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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