Udang Pete Cabai Garam
Prawns and Stinky Beans with Chili Salt
Yes, keto as served. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A dry, intensely flavorful stir-fry featuring plump prawns and pungent stinky beans ('pete'). The dish is tossed with a crispy, aromatic mixture of fried garlic, fresh chilies, and salt, creating a savory, spicy, and deeply umami-rich experience. The 'cabai garam' style emphasizes dry seasoning rather than a sauce.
Key ingredients
Fresh prawns, stinky beans (pete), generous amounts of fried garlic bits, fresh red chilies, fresh green chilies, salt, white pepper, coconut oil (for stir-frying).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugar, cornstarch, or other thickeners are used. Verify that prawns are not coated in any flour or batter before cooking, as 'cabai garam' dishes are typically dry-fried. While pete has carbs, it's typically used as a flavor accent and fits keto in moderate portions.
Say this to the waiter (Indonesian)
Udang Pete Cabai Garam: Mohon tanpa gula, maizena, atau pengental lain. Udangnya jangan dilapisi tepung atau adonan sebelum dimasak.
Udang Pete Cabai Garam: No sugar, cornstarch, or other thickeners. Prawns should not be coated in flour or batter.
Watch out for
Stinky beans (pete) contain some carbohydrates, so portion control is advisable if aiming for very strict carb limits. Otherwise, the dish is naturally low in carbs when prepared authentically.
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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