Ketam Stim Bawang Putih
Steamed Crab with Garlic
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Malaysian dishes.
What it is
Fresh crab is delicately steamed with generous amounts of minced garlic, slices of ginger, and typically drizzled with a light, savory sauce. This dish is inherently very low in carbs, highlighting the natural sweetness of the crab.
Key ingredients
Crab, garlic, ginger, light soy sauce (keto-friendly version), cooking oil (e.g., sesame oil for drizzling), spring onions, white pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure the light soy sauce used is low-carb or tamari, and explicitly request no added sugar in the sauce or steaming liquid. No cornstarch should be used for thickening.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Ketam Stim Bawang Putih ini, guna kicap cair rendah karbo atau tamari. Tolong jangan letak gula dan tiada tepung jagung untuk pekatkan.
For Ketam Stim Bawang Putih, please use low-carb soy sauce or tamari. No added sugar in the sauce or liquid, and no cornstarch.
Watch out for
Sugar in regular soy sauce, potential cornstarch as a thickener (rare for steamed dishes).
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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