Ikan Stim Sayur Asin
Steamed Fish with Salted Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no added sugar in the soy sauce or preserved vegetables. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Malaysian dishes.
What it is
A classic Teochew-style steamed fish, typically snapper or grouper, served with preserved mustard greens (sayur asin), ginger, spring onions, and a light soy sauce. The preserved vegetables provide a distinct salty and tangy flavor.
Key ingredients
Snapper or grouper, preserved mustard greens, ginger, spring onions, light soy sauce
How to make it keto
Ensure no added sugar in the soy sauce or preserved vegetables. Request a minimal amount of soy sauce, or a sugar-free alternative. Confirm no cornstarch or thickeners are used in the steaming liquid.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Tolong pastikan tiada gula, tepung jagung, atau pemekat. Boleh letak sos soya sikit saja, atau guna yang tanpa gula jika ada?
Please ensure no added sugar, cornstarch, or thickeners. Can I have minimal soy sauce, or a sugar-free option if available?
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in some brands of preserved vegetables, soy sauce, or a small amount of sugar sometimes added to balance flavor. Thickening agents (starch) 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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