Pepes Peda
Steamed Salted Fish in Banana Leaf
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Indonesian dishes.
What it is
A flavorful dish from West Java, featuring salted Peda fish (a type of cured mackerel) steamed in a banana leaf packet with a pungent mixture of chili, shallots, garlic, and aromatic herbs.
Key ingredients
Salted Peda fish, red chilies, shallots, garlic, ginger, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, basil leaves, bay leaves, cooking oil, banana leaves.
Optional tweaks
Naturally keto. Ensure no sugar is added (which is uncommon for this savory dish) and no high-carb vegetables like potatoes or excessive tomatoes are included.
Say this to the waiter (Indonesian)
Untuk Pepes Peda, mohon jangan pakai gula tambahan. Juga, jangan pakai kentang atau tomat berlebihan.
For Pepes Peda, please ensure no sugar is added. Also, no potatoes or excessive tomatoes, please.
Watch out for
Minimal carb risks, mainly from the aromatics. Potential for small amounts of tomato if added, which can increase carb count.
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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