Sop Merah
Surabaya Red Soup (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: crucially request no potatoes or carrots. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Indonesian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty and tangy red soup from Surabaya, characterized by its rich tomato-based broth, chicken, and sometimes beef. Modified to omit high-carb vegetables, focusing on the savory protein and tomato flavors.
Key ingredients
Chicken or beef, tomatoes, tomato paste, garlic, onion, celery, green peas (small amount), beef/chicken broth, seasoning, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Crucially request no potatoes or carrots. Ensure no sugar is added to the broth or tomato base. Green peas should be minimal or omitted. Confirm no flour/starch thickeners.
Say this to the waiter (Indonesian)
Sop Merah: Tolong tanpa kentang, wortel, dan gula di kuah. Tanpa pengental. Kacang polongnya sedikit saja atau tidak pakai.
For Sop Merah, no potatoes, carrots, or added sugar. No thickeners. Please make green peas minimal or omit them.
Watch out for
Potatoes, carrots, sugar in tomato paste or broth, excessive green peas, starch thickeners.
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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