Sate Babi
Grilled Pork Satay
Yes, with a tweak: request no *kecap manis* (sweet soy sauce) in the marinade or for dipping. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Popular in regions with non-Muslim populations, Sate Babi features succulent chunks of pork marinated in savory spices, threaded onto skewers, and grilled over charcoal. The smoky flavor and tender meat make it a delicious choice. Ensure the marinade and dipping sauce are sugar-free.
Key ingredients
Pork (loin, belly, or shoulder), shallots, garlic, ginger, turmeric, coriander, candlenuts, salt, pepper, cooking oil. (Marinade may traditionally contain kecap manis - sweet soy sauce).
How to make it keto
Crucially, request no *kecap manis* (sweet soy sauce) in the marinade or for dipping. Ask for a plain grilled version or a savory, sugar-free marinade. Confirm no high-carb additions like pineapple in the marinade. Served without rice.
Say this to the waiter (Indonesian)
Sate Babi ini, mohon jangan pakai kecap manis sama sekali. Mohon dibakar polos atau pakai bumbu gurih tanpa gula. Pastikan tanpa nanas di bumbu. Jangan pakai nasi.
Sate Babi: No kecap manis. Plain grilled or savory, sugar-free marinade. Confirm no pineapple in marinade. Served without rice.
Watch out for
Traditional marinades and dipping sauces (like peanut sauce or kecap manis) are high in sugar. Small amounts of candlenuts. Usually served 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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