Tumis Kerang
Stir-fried Clams with Chili and Herbs
Yes, with a tweak: request no added sugar. About 8g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Indonesian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Fresh clams stir-fried rapidly with a fragrant mix of chilies, garlic, shallots, and various aromatic herbs like ginger and lemongrass. This dish is typically savory with a spicy kick.
Key ingredients
Clams, cooking oil, red chili, green chili, garlic, shallots, ginger, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request no added sugar. Ensure no cornstarch or other high-carb thickeners are used in the sauce. Ask for light usage or omission of oyster sauce or sweet soy sauce if typically included.
Say this to the waiter (Indonesian)
Tumis Kerang ini, tolong jangan pakai gula. Tanpa maizena atau pengental berkarbohidrat tinggi. Saus tiram/kecap manis sedikit saja atau tidak perlu.
For Tumis Kerang, please no added sugar. No cornstarch or high-carb thickeners. Use very light or no oyster sauce/sweet soy sauce.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in sauce or seasoning. Some restaurants might use oyster sauce (contains sugar/starch) or a dash of sweet soy sauce. Check for thickening agents.
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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