Kari Udang
Prawn Curry
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no potatoes, carrots, or excessive tomatoes (which add sugar/carbs). About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Plump prawns cooked in a flavorful, creamy coconut milk-based curry with a blend of Malaysian spices and chilies. This dish is naturally low in carbs if prepared without added high-carb vegetables like potatoes or large amounts of tomatoes, and without added sugar.
Key ingredients
Prawns, coconut milk, curry powder/paste, chili paste, ginger, garlic, onions (minimal), lemongrass, turmeric, cumin, coriander, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Confirm no potatoes, carrots, or excessive tomatoes (which add sugar/carbs). Request no sugar or minimal added sugar. Ensure no flour-based thickeners.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Kari Udang ni, jangan letak kentang, lobak merah, tomato berlebihan atau tepung pemekat. Jangan ada gula atau sikit saja.
For Kari Udang, please no potatoes, carrots, excessive tomatoes, or flour thickeners. No sugar or minimal added sugar.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in curry paste, added high-carb vegetables (potatoes, large amounts of tomatoes, bell peppers), flour-based thickeners, high-carb onion content.
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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