Belut Masak Tempoyak (Keto-Modified)
Eel with Fermented Durian Curry (Keto-Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: request "tiada gula" (no sugar). About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Malaysian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Freshwater eel (belut) cooked in a pungent and flavorful curry made with tempoyak (fermented durian paste) and a blend of chilies and turmeric. Modified for keto by ensuring no sugar is added.
Key ingredients
Freshwater eel, tempoyak (fermented durian paste), coconut milk, turmeric, bird's eye chilies, lemongrass, asam gelugur (tamarind slices), salt, water.
How to make it keto
Request "tiada gula" (no sugar).
Watch out for
Tempoyak has natural sugars from durian. Restaurants might add extra sugar to balance the sourness. Coconut milk has some carbs.
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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