Kari Kering Ayam
Dry Chicken Curry
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no added sugar or high-carb fillers in the curry paste. About 9g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Malaysian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Chicken pieces cooked in a thick, aromatic, and spicy dry curry paste until the gravy reduces and coats the chicken, creating a rich and concentrated flavor. Distinct from a runny curry or a very dry rendang.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces (bone-in or boneless), curry paste (chilies, turmeric, coriander, cumin, fennel, ginger, garlic, shallots, lemongrass), coconut milk (minimal, for richness), cooking oil, curry leaves.
How to make it keto
Ensure no added sugar or high-carb fillers in the curry paste. Request minimal coconut milk to keep the curry dry, and no starch thickeners.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Kari Kering Ayam ni, tolong jangan letak gula atau bahan pengisi karbo tinggi dalam pes kari. Guna santan sikit saja, tiada tepung pekat.
For Kari Kering Ayam, please no added sugar or high-carb fillers in the curry paste. Use minimal coconut milk, no starch thickeners.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in curry paste, small amounts from coconut milk.
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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