Daging Masak Asam Pedas (Keto-Modified)
Sour Spicy Beef Stew (Keto-Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: ask for no added sugar, which is often used to balance the sourness. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender beef slow-cooked in a vibrant, tangy, and spicy tamarind-based gravy with a blend of aromatic herbs and spices. Modified to be sugar and starch-free.
Key ingredients
Beef, tamarind paste, dried chilies, galangal, lemongrass, ginger, garlic, turmeric, daun kesum (laksa leaf), cooking oil, salt.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ask for no added sugar, which is often used to balance the sourness. Ensure no cornstarch is used for thickening.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Untuk Daging Masak Asam Pedas ni, tolong jangan letak gula ya. Dan jangan guna tepung jagung untuk pekatkan kuah.
For Daging Masak Asam Pedas, please ensure no sugar is added. Also, no cornstarch for thickening the sauce.
Watch out for
Tamarind paste contains natural sugars. Hidden sugar in chili paste or seasoning. Ensure no added 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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