Keto Belacan Fried Chicken Wings (Unbreaded)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no flour or starch is used to coat the wings. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Malaysian dishes.
What it is
Chicken wings marinated in a pungent and savory belacan (shrimp paste) blend with turmeric and chilies, then deep-fried without any breading. The belacan provides a unique umami depth.
Key ingredients
Chicken wings, belacan (shrimp paste), turmeric powder, bird's eye chilies, garlic, shallots, cooking oil, salt.
How to make it keto
Crucially, confirm no flour or starch is used to coat the wings. Ensure no sugar is added to the marinade.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Belacan Fried Chicken Wings ini, pastikan tiada tepung sebagai salutan. Tolong jangan letak gula dalam perapan.
For Belacan Fried Chicken Wings, confirm no flour or starch coating. Please ensure no added sugar in the marinade.
Watch out for
Flour coating for crispiness, hidden sugars in marinade, or in some pre-made belacan pastes.
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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