Sate Kerang
Mussels Satay
Yes, with a tweak: strictly request no kecap manis (sweet soy sauce) in the marinade, during grilling, or as a dipping sauce. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Indonesian dishes.
What it is
Skewered and grilled mussels, marinated in a flavorful and aromatic spice paste before being cooked over charcoal. The natural sweetness and briny taste of the mussels are complemented by a savory and slightly spicy marinade, making it a delicious protein-rich dish.
Key ingredients
Fresh mussels, bamboo skewers, garlic, shallots, ginger, turmeric, coriander, cumin, a minimal amount of tamarind paste, salt, pepper, coconut oil (for basting).
How to make it keto
Strictly request no kecap manis (sweet soy sauce) in the marinade, during grilling, or as a dipping sauce. The marinade should be savory and spicy, without added sugar. Confirm no flour or starch is used in preparing the mussels.
Say this to the waiter (Indonesian)
Sate Kerang: Sama sekali tanpa kecap manis di bumbu marinasi, saat dibakar, atau saus cocolan. Marinasi gurih pedas tanpa gula. Tanpa tepung pelapis.
Sate Kerang: Strictly no kecap manis in marinade, grilling, or dipping sauce. Marinade must be savory, no sugar. No flour/starch coating.
Watch out for
Kecap manis is a very common ingredient in satay marinades and dipping sauces, which is high in sugar. Tamarind paste, while minimal, can contribute small amounts of carbs.
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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