Ikan Bawal Goreng Garam Kunyit
Pan-fried Pomfret with Salt and Turmeric
Yes, keto as served. About 1g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Malaysian dishes.
What it is
A whole pomfret (ikan bawal) marinated simply with salt and turmeric powder, then pan-fried or deep-fried until the skin is crispy and the flesh is moist and flaky. A quintessential Malaysian seafood dish, naturally gluten-free and low-carb.
Key ingredients
Whole pomfret, turmeric powder, salt, cooking oil (e.g., palm oil, vegetable oil).
Optional tweaks
Crucially, ensure absolutely no flour, cornstarch, or other batter is used in the frying process. Request plain salt and turmeric marinade only.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Ikan Bawal Goreng Garam Kunyit ni, tolong guna garam kunyit saja. Jangan letak tepung atau bancuhan lain.
For Ikan Bawal Goreng Garam Kunyit, please use only salt and turmeric. No flour, cornstarch, or batter.
Watch out for
Restaurants might dust with a small amount of flour for extra crispiness; always confirm no batter is used.
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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