Gulai Belut
Eel Curry
No, skip this one: about 16g net carbs per serving, close to a full day's carbs on strict keto. Better picks from the same menu are below.
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What it is
A rich and spicy curry featuring freshwater eel cooked in a creamy coconut milk-based gravy with a blend of aromatic spices like turmeric, galangal, lemongrass, and chilies. Often simmered until the eel is tender and the flavors are fully developed.
Key ingredients
Freshwater eel, coconut milk, shallots, garlic, ginger, galangal, lemongrass, turmeric, chilies (dried and fresh), curry powder/paste, cooking oil, salt. (Restaurant version may include sugar or thickeners.)
If you order it anyway
Request no added sugar or MSG. Ensure no cornstarch or flour is used as a thickener in the gravy.
If you order it anyway, say this (Malay)
Gulai Belut ni, tolong jangan letak gula atau MSG. Kuah dia jangan pekatkan dengan tepung jagung atau tepung lain ya.
Please prepare Gulai Belut without added sugar or MSG. Ensure no cornstarch or flour is used to thicken the gravy.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in the curry paste or added to balance the flavor; potential for cornstarch thickeners in restaurant 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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