Sayur Bening Bayam
Clear Spinach Soup
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no corn is added, as it's a common (but optional) ingredient in many home-style preparations. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Indonesian dishes.
What it is
A light and refreshing clear soup featuring fresh spinach, usually seasoned simply with garlic, shallots, kencur (aromatic ginger), and salt. It's a simple, comforting, and nutrient-rich side dish.
Key ingredients
Spinach, water/broth, shallots, garlic, kencur, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure no corn is added, as it's a common (but optional) ingredient in many home-style preparations. Confirm no MSG with sugar content is used.
Say this to the waiter (Indonesian)
Sayur Bening Bayam ini, tolong jangan pakai jagung. Pastikan tidak pakai MSG yang mengandung gula.
For Sayur Bening Bayam, please no corn. Confirm no MSG with sugar content is used.
Watch out for
The inclusion of corn is a significant carb risk. Some restaurants might use flavor enhancers with hidden sugars.
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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