Ikan Bilis Goreng Cili
Crispy Anchovies with Sugar-Free Chili Paste
Yes, with a tweak: insist on absolutely no sugar or sweetening agent in the chili paste. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Malaysian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Small dried anchovies are deep-fried until exceptionally crispy, then tossed with a spicy, aromatic chili paste made from dried chilies, shallots, and garlic. A popular crunchy and savory side dish.
Key ingredients
Dried anchovies (ikan bilis), cooking oil, dried chilies, shallots, garlic, salt, lime juice, small amount of sugar (common in traditional recipes).
How to make it keto
Insist on absolutely no sugar or sweetening agent in the chili paste. Request the anchovies to be extra crispy.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Ikan Bilis Goreng Cili ini, minta jangan letak gula atau pemanis dalam cili pes. Dan ikan bilis tu minta goreng garing ya.
For Ikan Bilis Goreng Cili, absolutely no sugar or sweetening agent in the chili paste, please. And make the anchovies extra crispy.
Watch out for
Sugary chili paste.
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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