Ayam Braised Cendawan Kering
Braised Chicken with Dried Shiitake Mushrooms
Yes, with a tweak: request no added sugar or starch/cornstarch thickeners. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender chicken pieces slowly braised in a rich, savory sauce with rehydrated dried shiitake mushrooms, garlic, and ginger. A comforting and flavorful dish that's a staple in Chinese-Malaysian cuisine.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces (thigh/drumstick), dried shiitake mushrooms, garlic, ginger, dark soy sauce, light soy sauce, white pepper, cooking oil, water/chicken broth.
How to make it keto
Request no added sugar or starch/cornstarch thickeners. Use tamari instead of regular soy sauce, or request minimal soy sauce if tamari is not available.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Untuk Ayam Braised Cendawan Kering ni, jangan letak gula atau tepung pekat. Guna tamari, atau kicap sikit saja.
For Ayam Braised Cendawan Kering, please no added sugar or starch thickeners. Use tamari or minimal soy sauce.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in soy sauces, cornstarch thickeners (common in braised dishes).
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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