Daging Goreng Hancur
Minced Beef Stir-fry
Yes, with a tweak: request no sugar, and use minimal light soy sauce or a sugar-free alternative. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Malaysian dishes.
What it is
A popular hawker-style dish of minced beef stir-fried with onions, garlic, ginger, chilies, and turmeric, sometimes with a touch of soy sauce. It's savory, slightly spicy, and very versatile.
Key ingredients
Minced beef, onions, garlic, ginger, chilies, turmeric, soy sauce
How to make it keto
Request no sugar, and use minimal light soy sauce or a sugar-free alternative. Ensure no cornstarch for thickening.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Tolong jangan letak gula atau tepung jagung. Sos soya cair letak sikit saja, atau guna yang tanpa gula.
Please ensure no sugar or cornstarch. Use minimal light soy sauce, or a sugar-free alternative.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in soy sauce or as a flavor enhancer. Onions contribute to carbs; large portions increase net carbs. Potential for thickening agents.
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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