Daging Masak Kicap (Keto-Modified)
Keto Beef in Soy Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: request 'tiada gula' (no sugar) and 'tiada kicap manis' (no sweet soy sauce). About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender beef slices stir-fried in a savory soy sauce-based gravy, typically with ginger, garlic, and onions. Modified to remove sugar and use low-carb soy sauce.
Key ingredients
Beef slices, dark soy sauce (keto-friendly option), light soy sauce (keto-friendly option), ginger, garlic, shallots, red chilies, cooking oil, water/broth, salt, pepper. (Traditionally may include sugar or high-carb sauces).
How to make it keto
Request 'tiada gula' (no sugar) and 'tiada kicap manis' (no sweet soy sauce). Confirm low-carb soy sauce or adjust portion if regular soy sauce is used (high sodium). Ask for extra ginger and garlic.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Untuk Daging Masak Kicap, tolong jangan letak gula dan kicap manis. Kalau boleh, guna kicap rendah karbo. Tambah halia dan bawang putih lebih ya.
Daging Masak Kicap: Please no sugar and no sweet soy sauce (kicap manis). Please use low-carb soy sauce. Add extra ginger and garlic.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in soy sauce or other sauces, use of sweet soy sauce (kicap manis), thickening agents (flour/cornstarch).
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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