Ayam Goreng Limau Purut
Fried Chicken with Kaffir Lime Leaves (Keto-Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure chicken is unbreaded and fried plain. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Malaysian dishes.
What it is
Unbreaded chicken pieces marinated in a savory blend of turmeric, ginger, garlic, and distinctive kaffir lime leaves, then pan-fried until crispy and fragrant. Served without any sweet glaze.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces (thighs/drumsticks), kaffir lime leaves, turmeric powder, ginger, garlic, salt, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Ensure chicken is unbreaded and fried plain. Confirm no sugar or sweetening agents are used in the marinade or during frying.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Ayam Goreng Limau Purut ni, ayam goreng kosong tak bersalut ya. Jangan letak gula atau pemanis dalam perapan atau masa goreng.
For Ayam Goreng Limau Purut, please make sure it's unbreaded and fried plain. No sugar or sweeteners in marinade or frying.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in marinades, breading/flour coating (if not explicitly specified unbreaded).
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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