Keto Perkedel Ikan (Fish Fritters)
Keto Fish Fritters
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potato is used. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Indonesian dishes.
What it is
Savory fritters made from minced fish (e.g., mackerel, tuna) mixed with finely chopped herbs and spices, bound with egg and a low-carb binder, then fried until golden. A keto take on the popular Indonesian fritter, replacing potato with a suitable alternative.
Key ingredients
Minced fish, eggs, almond flour/coconut flour (as binder), finely chopped shallots, garlic, celery, salt, pepper, nutmeg, cooking oil for frying.
How to make it keto
Ensure no potato is used. Request a low-carb binder like almond flour, coconut flour, or simply extra egg. Confirm no added sugar.
Say this to the waiter (Indonesian)
Perkedel Ikan: mohon tanpa kentang. Pakai pengikat rendah karbo seperti tepung almond/telur. Dan tanpa gula tambahan.
Perkedel Ikan: no potato, please. Use a low-carb binder like almond flour or extra egg. And no added sugar.
Watch out for
Traditional Perkedel uses potato as its base. Some binders might contain flour or starch. Hidden sugars in seasoning.
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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