Daging Air Asam
Boiled Beef with Spicy Tamarind Dip
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sugar is added to the 'air asam' dip. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Malaysian dishes.
What it is
Tender, thinly sliced boiled beef served with a pungent and spicy 'air asam' dip made from tamarind pulp, bird's eye chilies, shallots, and lime juice. A simple yet robust dish focusing on the quality of meat and the zesty dip.
Key ingredients
Beef (e.g., sirloin, tenderloin), tamarind pulp, bird's eye chilies, shallots, lime juice, fish sauce, salt, sugar substitute (optional).
How to make it keto
Ensure no sugar is added to the 'air asam' dip. Some versions may add tomatoes or cucumber to the dip which are low carb.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Untuk Daging Air Asam, tolong pastikan air asam tiada gula.
For Daging Air Asam, please ensure no sugar is added to the 'air asam' dip.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in the tamarind dip, or served with carby sides like rice.
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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