Ikan Bawal Hitam Goreng Kunyit Cili Padi
Black Pomfret Fried with Turmeric and Bird's Eye Chili
Yes, keto as served. About 1g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Malaysian dishes.
What it is
Whole black pomfret marinated with turmeric and salt, then deep-fried until crispy, and typically served with a scattering of freshly chopped bird's eye chilies for an extra kick. A simple yet flavorful preparation.
Key ingredients
Black pomfret, ground turmeric, bird's eye chilies, cooking oil (for deep frying), salt.
Optional tweaks
Naturally keto. Ensure no batter or flour is used for frying, and no sugar is added to any chili garnish/sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Ikan Bawal Hitam Goreng Kunyit Cili Padi ni, tolong jangan salut tepung. Cili atau sos dia pun jangan letak gula ya.
For Ikan Bawal Hitam Goreng Kunyit Cili Padi, please don't use any batter or flour. Also, no sugar in the chili garnish or sauce.
Watch out for
No significant carb risks if prepared simply as described. Watch out for any sugar in an accompanying dipping sauce or unexpected flour in the marinade.
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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