Kerabu Pucuk Ubi
Tapioca Leaves Salad
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sugar is added to the dressing. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Malaysian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A vibrant Malaysian salad made from blanched tapioca leaves, finely shredded and mixed with toasted coconut (kerisik), shallots, bird's eye chilies, lemongrass, and dressed with lime juice and a touch of fish sauce. It offers a unique earthy and tangy flavor.
Key ingredients
Tapioca leaves, kerisik (toasted coconut paste), shallots, bird's eye chilies, lemongrass, lime juice, fish sauce, a touch of cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Ensure no sugar is added to the dressing. Confirm no high-carb vegetables are mixed in. Kerisik should be pure toasted coconut without added sugar.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Untuk Kerabu Pucuk Ubi, tolong pastikan tiada gula dalam kuah. Sahkan tiada sayur karbo tinggi, dan kerisik kelapa bakar asli.
For Kerabu Pucuk Ubi, please ensure no sugar in the dressing. Confirm no high-carb vegetables and pure toasted coconut kerisik.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in the dressing, tapioca leaves themselves have some carbs, but moderate in salad portion. Restaurant might use pre-made kerisik with sugar.
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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