Ikan Kerisi Goreng Berlada (Keto-Modified)
Fried Threadfin Bream with Chili Sambal (Keto-Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sugar is added to the sambal. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A whole threadfin bream, deep-fried until crispy, then coated in a rich, spicy 'berlada' sambal. The sambal is prepared without added sugar and minimized onion/tomato carbs for keto compliance.
Key ingredients
Whole threadfin bream, turmeric powder, salt, cooking oil. For Sambal: Red chilies, bird's eye chilies, garlic, shallots, tamarind pulp, salt, fish sauce, lime juice.
How to make it keto
Ensure no sugar is added to the sambal. Request minimal use of high-carb vegetables like onions or tomatoes in the sambal.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Ikan Kerisi Goreng Berlada ini, tolong pastikan tiada gula dalam sambal. Kurangkan bawang atau tomato.
For the Ikan Kerisi Goreng Berlada, please ensure no sugar in the sambal. Use minimal onions or tomatoes.
Watch out for
Sugar in sambal, excessive onions/tomatoes in sambal. Confirm unsweetened tamarind.
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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