Kerabu Udang
Prawn Salad
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sugar is added to the dressing. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Malaysian dishes.
What it is
A refreshing Malaysian salad with blanched prawns mixed with finely sliced shallots, lemongrass, bird's eye chilies, kaffir lime leaves, mint leaves, and often torch ginger flower (bunga kantan), dressed with lime juice and fish sauce.
Key ingredients
Prawns, shallots, lemongrass, bird's eye chilies, kaffir lime leaves, mint leaves, bunga kantan (torch ginger flower), lime juice, fish sauce, a touch of cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Ensure no sugar is added to the dressing. Request for minimal oil.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Kerabu Udang ini, tolong jangan letak gula dalam kuah. Guna minyak sikit sahaja.
For Kerabu Udang, please no added sugar in the dressing. Use minimal oil.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in the dressing, excessive oil from the restaurant.
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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