Mangut Lele
Smoked Catfish in Spicy Coconut Milk
Yes, keto as served. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A traditional Javanese dish featuring tender smoked catfish simmered in a rich, spicy, and aromatic coconut milk broth. The sauce is intensely flavored with a blend of turmeric, chilies, kencur, and other regional spices, making it naturally keto-friendly.
Key ingredients
Smoked catfish, coconut milk, red chilies, shallots, garlic, kencur, turmeric, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, cooking oil, salt.
Optional tweaks
None needed. Confirm no added sugar in the sauce, which is not typical but always good to check.
Say this to the waiter (Indonesian)
Mangut Lele-nya mohon dipastikan tidak pakai gula tambahan di kuahnya.
For Mangut Lele, please ensure no added sugar in the sauce.
Watch out for
Potential for hidden sugar in the sauce. Always specify no added 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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