Ayam Masak Padang (Keto-Modified)
Keto Padang Style Chicken
Yes, with a tweak: strictly no added sugar, thickeners like cornstarch or flour. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Chicken cooked in a robust and complex coconut milk stew, rich with a medley of ground spices including galangal, lemongrass, turmeric, and chilies. Originating from Padang, Indonesia, it's popular in Malaysian restaurants.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces, coconut milk, galangal, lemongrass, fresh turmeric, ginger, garlic, shallots, bird's eye chilies, kaffir lime leaves, candlenuts, cooking oil, salt.
How to make it keto
Strictly no added sugar, thickeners like cornstarch or flour. Confirm no potatoes or other starchy vegetables are included.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Untuk Ayam Masak Padang, tolong jangan letak gula, pemekat, atau tepung. Jangan masukkan kentang atau sayur berkanji.
For Ayam Masak Padang, no sugar, thickeners, or flour, please. And no potatoes or starchy vegetables.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in spice pastes, potential for high-carb vegetables or thickeners.
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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