Ikan Siakap Stim Nyonya (Keto-Modified)
Keto Steamed Barramundi in Nyonya Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no added sugar or cornstarch in the sauce. About 9g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Malaysian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Whole barramundi (siakap) steamed to perfection and drenched in a vibrant, sour, and spicy Nyonya-style sauce. The keto version ensures the aromatic sauce is free from sugar and starches, highlighting the fresh herbs and spices like lemongrass, galangal, chili, and tamarind/lime.
Key ingredients
Whole barramundi (siakap), lemongrass, galangal, turmeric, red chilies, bird's eye chilies, garlic, shallots, kaffir lime leaves, tamarind paste, lime juice, fish sauce, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Ensure no added sugar or cornstarch in the sauce. Request minimal use of tamarind for sourness, relying more on lime.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Ikan Siakap Stim Nyonya ni, sos tanpa gula atau tepung jagung. Asam jawa sikit saja, lebihkan limau untuk rasa masam.
For Ikan Siakap Stim Nyonya, please no added sugar or cornstarch in the sauce. Use minimal tamarind, more lime for sourness.
Watch out for
Tamarind paste contains natural sugars/carbs; small amounts of hidden sugar in restaurant sauces.
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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