Ikan Bilis Goreng Bawang Cili
Fried Anchovies with Onions and Chili
Yes, keto as served. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A crispy and flavorful side dish, featuring small dried anchovies (ikan bilis) deep-fried until crunchy, then tossed with sautéed sliced onions and fresh chilies. It's naturally keto-friendly, high in protein and fat, with minimal carbs from the vegetables.
Key ingredients
Dried anchovies (ikan bilis), red onions (sliced), red chilies (sliced), bird's eye chilies (sliced), cooking oil (for frying), salt.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no added sugar or flour for crispiness (anchovies are naturally crispy when fried).
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Ikan Bilis Goreng ni, jangan letak gula atau tepung ya.
For Ikan Bilis Goreng, no added sugar and no flour, please.
Watch out for
Trace carbs from onions and chilies, hidden sugar if they use a pre-mix for seasoning.
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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