Keto Daging Halia
Keto Ginger Beef Stir-fry
Yes, with a tweak: request no added sugar or cornstarch/thickener in the sauce. About 9g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Malaysian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Sliced beef stir-fried with generous amounts of fresh ginger, onions, spring onions, and a savory soy-based sauce. Typically served with white rice.
Key ingredients
Sliced beef, fresh ginger, onions, spring onions, soy sauce (or tamari), sesame oil, white pepper, cooking oil. May include bell peppers or mushrooms.
How to make it keto
Request no added sugar or cornstarch/thickener in the sauce. Confirm no high-carb vegetables like carrots. Omit rice.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Keto Daging Halia ini, sos jangan letak gula atau tepung jagung/pemekat. Tiada sayur tinggi karbo macam lobak merah. Tak nak nasi.
For Keto Daging Halia, please no added sugar or cornstarch in the sauce. No high-carb vegetables like carrots. No rice, please.
Watch out for
Added sugar/honey in the sauce, cornstarch as a thickener, regular soy sauce (choose tamari or low-carb soy if possible), high-carb vegetables like carrots.
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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