Ikan Bawal Hitam Stim Bawang Putih Cili Padi (Keto-Modified)
Keto Steamed Black Pomfret with Garlic & Bird's Eye Chilies
Yes, with a tweak: specify no sugar, no cornstarch, and use low-carb soy sauce (or light soy sauce with minimal sugar). About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Malaysian dishes.
What it is
A whole black pomfret steamed to perfection, topped generously with a fragrant and spicy sauce made from minced garlic, bird's eye chilies, ginger, and a light soy sauce. The keto version strictly avoids sugar and cornstarch in the sauce.
Key ingredients
Black pomfret, garlic, bird's eye chilies, ginger, low-carb soy sauce, lime juice, cooking oil, salt. (No added sugar or cornstarch)
How to make it keto
Specify no sugar, no cornstarch, and use low-carb soy sauce (or light soy sauce with minimal sugar).
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Ikan Bawal Hitam Stim ini, tolong jangan letak gula atau tepung jagung, dan guna kicap rendah karbohidrat.
For the Ikan Bawal Hitam Stim, please use no sugar, no cornstarch, and only low-carb soy sauce.
Watch out for
Sugar and cornstarch in the steaming sauce. High-carb soy 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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