Ayam Goreng Berempah
Spiced Fried Chicken
Yes, with a tweak: ask for a very light or no flour coating. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Malaysian dishes.
What it is
Crispy, fragrant fried chicken pieces marinated in a rich blend of ginger, turmeric, lemongrass, galangal, and other aromatic spices.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces (typically bone-in, skin-on thighs/drumsticks), ginger, garlic, galangal, lemongrass, turmeric powder, curry powder, chili powder, salt, cooking oil (e.g., palm oil, vegetable oil). Restaurant versions often use a light flour coating.
How to make it keto
Ask for a very light or no flour coating. If possible, confirm no added sugar in the marinade.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Ayam Goreng Berempah ni, boleh buat salutan tepung nipis sangat atau tak pakai tepung langsung? Boleh sahkan tiada gula tambahan dalam perapan?
For the Ayam Goreng Berempah, please make it with very light or no flour coating. Can you confirm there's no added sugar in the marinade?
Watch out for
Thin flour coating, sometimes a pinch of hidden sugar in the marinade for flavor balance.
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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