Ayam Goreng Kicap Pedas (Keto-Modified)
Keto Spicy Fried Chicken in Soy Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sugar, cornstarch, or MSG is added to the sauce. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Malaysian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Crispy fried chicken pieces coated and simmered in a dark, savory, and intensely spicy soy sauce-based gravy, often loaded with fresh red chilies, bird's eye chilies, sliced onions, garlic, and ginger. A fiery and flavorful main dish.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces (thighs/drumsticks), dark soy sauce (keto-friendly), light soy sauce (tamari), red chilies, bird's eye chilies, large onions, garlic, ginger, cooking oil (for frying and stir-frying), salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no sugar, cornstarch, or MSG is added to the sauce. Request tamari for soy sauce. Confirm chicken is not breaded or battered.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Ayam Goreng Kicap Pedas ini, jangan letak gula, tepung jagung, atau MSG dalam kuah. Guna sos soya tamari, dan ayam jangan bersalut tepung.
For Ayam Goreng Kicap Pedas, no sugar, cornstarch, or MSG in the sauce. Please use tamari soy sauce. And ensure the chicken is not breaded.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in soy sauce or other sauces. Excessive onions contribute to carb count. Starch thickeners in the sauce.
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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