Pallumara Ikan Kakap Merah
Makassar Style Sour Spicy Red Snapper Soup
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Indonesian dishes.
What it is
A traditional Makassar clear fish soup known for its refreshing sourness and mild spice, typically made with red snapper. The broth is rich with galangal, turmeric, lemongrass, and tamarind, without coconut milk or thickeners.
Key ingredients
Red snapper, tamarind, turmeric, galangal, lemongrass, shallots, garlic, chili, ginger, lime leaves, salt, pepper, cooking oil.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugar is added to the tamarind base. Served without rice.
Say this to the waiter (Indonesian)
Pallumara Ikan Kakap Merah-nya tolong jangan pakai gula di kuah asamnya. Dan tanpa nasi ya.
For Pallumara Ikan Kakap Merah, please make sure no sugar is added to the tamarind base. And no rice, please.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in any pre-made spice pastes, excessive use of higher-carb root vegetables in the base (e.g., carrots, potatoes), or 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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