Ayam Goreng Kunyit
Turmeric Chicken Stir-fry (No Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: request NO rice. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Malaysian dishes.
What it is
Chicken pieces stir-fried with fresh turmeric, onions, and sometimes long beans. A simple yet flavorful dish. Ensure it's served without rice.
Key ingredients
Chicken breast/thighs, fresh turmeric, onions, garlic, bird's eye chilies (optional), long beans (minimal), cooking oil, salt.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request NO rice. Ensure no sugar is added to the seasoning. Ask for long beans to be minimal or omitted if possible (they are slightly higher carb).
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Ayam Goreng Kunyit ini, jangan hidang dengan nasi. Jangan letak gula dalam perasa. Kacang panjang guna sikit saja, atau tak perlu.
For the Ayam Goreng Kunyit, please serve without rice. No added sugar in seasoning. Use minimal long beans, or omit them.
Watch out for
Served with rice, hidden sugar in seasoning/marinade, excessive long beans.
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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