Nila Goreng Kering
Crispy Fried Tilapia
Yes, keto as served. About 1g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Indonesian dishes.
What it is
Whole tilapia fish, scored and marinated lightly with salt and turmeric, then deep-fried until exceptionally crispy and golden brown, without any flour coating. A simple yet satisfying preparation.
Key ingredients
Tilapia, salt, turmeric
Optional tweaks
Request no flour or starch coating. Serve without rice or carby sides. Request sugar-free sambal if desired.
Say this to the waiter (Indonesian)
Nila Goreng Keringnya tanpa tepung ya. Tolong disajikan tanpa nasi atau karbo lainnya. Kalau ada, saya minta sambal tanpa gula.
For Nila Goreng Kering, no flour coating please. Serve without rice or carby sides. If available, I'd like sugar-free sambal.
Watch out for
Potential for hidden flour/starch coating if not explicitly requested otherwise. High-carb sambal or sweet dipping sauce.
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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