Ketam Goreng Berlado
Fried Crab with Chili Paste (Keto-Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: specify absolutely no sugar or cornstarch to be added to the chili paste. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Fresh crabs stir-fried with a fiery 'berlado' chili paste. The paste typically involves red chilies, garlic, shallots, and sometimes tomatoes. For keto, the paste must be prepared without added sugar or starch.
Key ingredients
Crab, red chilies, garlic, shallots
How to make it keto
Specify absolutely no sugar or cornstarch to be added to the chili paste. Confirm the use of keto-friendly cooking oil (e.g., palm oil, lard, or coconut oil) for frying.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Ketam Goreng Berlado, jangan letak gula atau tepung jagung dalam cili. Pastikan guna minyak masak mesra keto.
For Ketam Goreng Berlado, no sugar or cornstarch in the chili paste. Please ensure keto-friendly oil is used for frying.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in the chili paste, excessive use of high-carb vegetables like onions/capsicum in the paste base, cornstarch as a thickener.
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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