Ikan Goreng Bawang Putih
Fried Fish with Garlic
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Indonesian dishes.
What it is
Whole or filleted fish, typically freshwater varieties like carp or tilapia, marinated simply with crushed garlic, salt, and pepper, then deep-fried until golden brown and crispy. The garlic provides a pungent, aromatic flavor.
Key ingredients
Fish (e.g., carp, tilapia), garlic, salt, pepper, cooking oil.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no flour or cornstarch coating is used for frying. Request plain, unsweetened sambal on the side.
Say this to the waiter (Indonesian)
Ikan Goreng Bawang Putih tolong digoreng tanpa tepung atau maizena. Untuk sambalnya, yang tawar tanpa gula dan dipisah.
Ikan Goreng Bawang Putih: please fry without flour or cornstarch coating. Can I have plain, unsweetened sambal on the side?
Watch out for
Flour coating for crispiness, sugar in marinades (unlikely for this simple preparation), accompanying sambal may contain 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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