Keto Babat Bacem
Sugar-Free Javanese Braised Tripe
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request 'no sugar' or 'sugar-free soy sauce'. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Slow-braised beef tripe (babat) cooked in a savory and aromatic broth until tender, traditionally sweet with palm sugar. The keto modification omits all added sugar, focusing on the rich spice blend and natural umami.
Key ingredients
Beef tripe, coconut water (small amount for braising), soy sauce (keto-friendly/sugar-free), shallots, garlic, galangal, lemongrass, bay leaves, tamarind, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request 'no sugar' or 'sugar-free soy sauce'. Ensure no high-carb sweeteners or palm sugar are used. Served without rice.
Say this to the waiter (Indonesian)
Keto Babat Bacem-nya mohon tanpa gula sama sekali ya, pakai kecap manis tanpa gula saja. Tidak pakai nasi.
For Keto Babat Bacem, please ensure no sugar, high-carb sweeteners, or palm sugar are used. Only sugar-free soy sauce. No rice, please.
Watch out for
Traditional 'bacem' preparation relies heavily on palm sugar. Hidden sugars in soy sauce or pre-made marinades. Serving with rice.
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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