Ayam Garam Cina
Hakka Salt-Baked Chicken
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Malaysian dishes.
What it is
A traditional Hakka dish featuring a whole chicken baked in a crust of coarse rock salt, seasoned simply with ginger, spring onion, and Chinese herbs. The result is incredibly tender, juicy, and aromatic chicken, naturally low in carbs and high in flavor.
Key ingredients
Whole chicken, coarse rock salt, ginger, spring onion, Shaoxing wine (minimal, mostly evaporates), sesame oil, white pepper, optional Chinese herbs (e.g., dang gui).
Optional tweaks
Naturally keto-friendly. Ensure no sugar is added to any marinades or seasonings.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Ayam Garam Cina ini, jangan letak gula dalam perapan atau perasa ya.
For Ayam Garam Cina, please ensure no sugar is added to the marinade or seasoning.
Watch out for
Some recipes may use a small amount of sugar in the marinade. Shaoxing wine contains minimal carbs but mostly evaporates during cooking.
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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