Daging Masak Cili Padi Hijau
Green Bird's Eye Chili Beef
Yes, with a tweak: request no sugar or cornstarch as a thickener in the sauce. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Malaysian dishes.
What it is
Tender beef slices cooked in a fiery and aromatic paste predominantly made from fresh green bird's eye chilies, shallots, garlic, and sometimes a hint of lime leaf. This dish offers a distinct pungent spice and flavor profile compared to red chili versions.
Key ingredients
Beef slices, green bird's eye chilies, shallots, garlic, lime leaves, cooking oil, salt, light soy sauce (ensure sugar-free).
How to make it keto
Request no sugar or cornstarch as a thickener in the sauce. Confirm that any soy sauce used is keto-friendly.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Daging Masak Cili Padi Hijau ni, minta jangan letak gula atau tepung jagung. Kicap yang guna ni sesuai untuk keto tak?
For Daging Masak Cili Padi Hijau, no sugar or cornstarch please. Is the soy sauce keto-friendly?
Watch out for
Added sugar or cornstarch as thickener in the sauce, common in restaurant stir-fries/gravies.
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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