Ikan Tongkol Goreng
Fried Skipjack Tuna
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Indonesian dishes.
What it is
A whole or large cut of skipjack tuna, simply seasoned with salt and turmeric, then deep-fried until golden and crispy. It is naturally keto-friendly when served without rice or carb-heavy accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Skipjack tuna, salt, turmeric
Optional tweaks
Request no flour or starch coating. Ensure no hidden sugars in any accompanying sambal (request plain chili/lime if available). Serve without rice or other carb-heavy sides.
Say this to the waiter (Indonesian)
Ikan Tongkol Gorengnya tanpa tepung ya. Sambalnya minta yang cabai dan jeruk nipis saja, tanpa gula. Tolong disajikan tanpa nasi atau karbo lainnya.
For Ikan Tongkol Goreng, please no flour coating. For the sambal, plain chili and lime, no sugar. Serve without rice or other carbs.
Watch out for
Potential flour/starch coating if not specified, high-carb sambal or sweet dipping sauce if served as default.
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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