Sate Lilit Ayam (Keto Modified)
Minced Chicken Satay (Keto Style)
Yes, with a tweak: request NO added sugar to the chicken mixture or spice paste. About 8g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Indonesian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Originating from Bali, Sate Lilit is minced meat (in this case, chicken) mixed with grated coconut and a rich Bumbu Bali spice paste, then molded around lemongrass stalks and grilled. The keto version ensures no added sugar and a low-carb presentation.
Key ingredients
Minced chicken, grated coconut, shallots, garlic, red chilies, galangal, turmeric, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, lime juice, cooking oil, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
CRITICAL: Request NO added sugar to the chicken mixture or spice paste. Ensure no flour or starch is used as a binder. Served without rice or sweet sauces.
Say this to the waiter (Indonesian)
Sate Lilit Ayam: TANPA gula tambahan di adonan/bumbu. Jangan pakai tepung pengikat. Sajikan tanpa nasi atau saus manis.
Sate Lilit Ayam: NO added sugar in mixture/paste. No flour/starch binder. Serve without rice or sweet sauces.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in the Bumbu Bali paste; starch as a binder; served with sweet peanut sauce (not included in this keto version).
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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