Ayam Panggang Berempah
Spiced Roasted Chicken
Yes, with a tweak: request 'tiada gula' (no sugar) in the marinade. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Malaysian dishes.
What it is
Chicken marinated in a blend of aromatic spices and roasted until tender and flavorful. Similar to Ayam Bakar but often with a richer, more complex spice paste.
Key ingredients
Chicken (thighs/drumsticks), lemongrass, ginger, garlic, galangal, turmeric, dried chilies, cumin, coriander, fennel, salt, cooking oil (for basting/roasting). (Marinade traditionally contains sugar).
How to make it keto
Request 'tiada gula' (no sugar) in the marinade. The natural sweetness from the aromatics will still provide depth. Ensure no sugary glaze is applied after roasting.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Untuk Ayam Panggang Berempah, tolong jangan letak gula dalam perapan. Dan jangan sapu sos manis selepas dibakar.
Ayam Panggang Berempah: Please no sugar in the marinade. Also, no sugary glaze after roasting.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in the marinade (e.g., palm sugar, regular sugar). Some marinades might use high-carb ingredients like sweet soy sauce or ketchup.
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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