Tum Ayam
Balinese Minced Chicken in Banana Leaf
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Indonesian dishes.
What it is
A traditional Balinese delicacy where finely minced chicken is mixed with a rich and aromatic spice paste (bumbu genep), infused with coconut milk, then wrapped tightly in banana leaves and steamed until cooked.
Key ingredients
Minced chicken, bumbu genep spice paste, coconut milk, banana leaf
Optional tweaks
Ensure no added sugar. Naturally keto. Serve without rice.
Say this to the waiter (Indonesian)
Tum Ayam-nya, mohon dipastikan tanpa gula tambahan dan disajikan tanpa nasi.
For the Tum Ayam, please ensure no added sugar and serve without rice.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in pre-made spice pastes; high-carb side dishes like rice (omit).
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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