Ikan Mujair Nyat-Nyat
Balinese Spiced Tilapia
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sugar or kecap manis is used in the spice paste. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Indonesian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A distinctive Balinese dish where whole Tilapia fish is cooked slowly in a thick, rich 'base genep' (complete Balinese spice paste) with minimal liquid until the sauce reduces and adheres intensely to the fish, creating a deeply flavorful and aromatic dish.
Key ingredients
Whole tilapia, coconut oil, shallots, garlic, red chilies, bird's eye chilies, turmeric, ginger, galangal, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, bay leaves, candlenuts, salt.
How to make it keto
Ensure no sugar or kecap manis is used in the spice paste. Focus on the authentic rich, savory, and spicy flavors without any added sweetness. Candlenuts should be used sparingly.
Say this to the waiter (Indonesian)
Bumbu ikannya tanpa gula atau kecap manis ya. Kemirinya sedikit saja.
Please no sugar or kecap manis in the spice paste. Use candlenuts sparingly.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in the spice paste, candlenuts (in large quantities), minor carb contribution from large amounts of aromatics.
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.
More on the Indonesian menuAll 551 Indonesian dishes ›
