Hainanese Steamed Chicken (Keto-Modified)
Hainanese Steamed Chicken with Keto Sides
Yes, with a tweak: order 'ayam sahaja' (chicken only), specifying no rice. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Malaysian dishes.
What it is
A classic Malaysian dish featuring perfectly poached chicken, tender and succulent. Served with a fragrant ginger-scallion oil and chili sauce, but without the traditional rice. The chicken is naturally keto-friendly.
Key ingredients
Whole chicken, ginger, spring onions, garlic, cooking oil, keto-friendly soy sauce, chili, lime juice.
How to make it keto
Order 'ayam sahaja' (chicken only), specifying no rice. Request ginger-scallion oil and chili sauce to be prepared without sugar or cornstarch/thickener. Ensure poaching liquid does not contain added sugar.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Hainanese Steamed Chicken, ayam saja, tanpa nasi. Minyak halia dan cili sos tanpa gula atau pemekat.
Hainanese Steamed Chicken, chicken only, no rice. Please make ginger-scallion oil and chili sauce without sugar or thickeners.
Watch out for
Sauces (ginger-scallion oil, chili sauce) often contain sugar and sometimes cornstarch. Poaching liquid might have hidden sugar.
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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