Daging Stim Halia
Steamed Beef with Ginger (Keto-Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: request use of tamari or low-carb soy sauce, no added sugar, and no cornstarch or flour to thicken the sauce. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Malaysian dishes.
What it is
Thinly sliced beef, typically tenderloin or sirloin, simply steamed with an abundance of fresh ginger slices, spring onions, and a light savory sauce. This preparation is clean and highlights the natural flavors, with keto modifications to the sauce.
Key ingredients
Beef (tenderloin/sirloin), fresh ginger, spring onions, light soy sauce (or tamari), sesame oil, white pepper.
How to make it keto
Request use of tamari or low-carb soy sauce, no added sugar, and no cornstarch or flour to thicken the sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Daging Stim Halia ni, minta guna tamari atau kicap rendah karbohidrat, jangan letak gula dan jangan pekatkan dengan tepung.
For the Daging Stim Halia, please use tamari or low-carb soy sauce, no added sugar, and no cornstarch or flour to thicken.
Watch out for
Sugar in regular soy sauce, oyster sauce (if used), or cornstarch as a thickener in the sauce.
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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