Kerabu Daging Salai
Smoked Beef Salad
Yes, with a tweak: ensure the dressing contains no added sugar. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Malaysian dishes.
What it is
A refreshing and zesty 'kerabu' (salad) featuring thinly sliced smoked beef, tossed with an invigorating dressing of lime juice, chilies, herbs like lemongrass and shallots. It offers a smoky, spicy, and tangy flavor profile.
Key ingredients
Smoked beef (daging salai, thinly sliced), shallots, red chilies, bird's eye chilies (cili padi), lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, fresh lime juice, salt, belacan (shrimp paste, optional).
How to make it keto
Ensure the dressing contains no added sugar. Confirm no high-carb vegetables or fruits (e.g., green mango) are used as bulk ingredients.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Kerabu Daging Salai ini, pastikan kuahnya tiada gula. Tolong elakkan sayur atau buah tinggi karbohidrat seperti mangga muda.
For Kerabu Daging Salai, ensure no added sugar in the dressing. Please avoid high-carb vegetables or fruits like green mango.
Watch out for
Kerabu dressings can sometimes have added sugar to enhance sweetness. Always verify that no sugar is included. Ensure no high-carb vegetables or fruits that are not low-carb friendly are part of the salad mix.
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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