Keto Daging Masak Tempoyak
Keto Beef Cooked with Fermented Durian Paste
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no added sugar, as tempoyak dishes can often be sweetened. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Malaysian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender beef simmered in a rich, creamy, and pungent gravy made from fermented durian (tempoyak), coconut milk, and a blend of chilies and turmeric, prepared in a keto-friendly way.
Key ingredients
Beef, fermented durian paste (tempoyak), coconut milk, chilies, turmeric
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure no added sugar, as tempoyak dishes can often be sweetened. Confirm full-fat coconut milk is used. Tempoyak itself contains some natural sugars from durian, so moderation might be needed for very strict keto.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Untuk Keto Daging Masak Tempoyak, jangan letak gula ya. Guna santan penuh lemak.
For Keto Daging Masak Tempoyak, please ensure no added sugar, and use full-fat coconut milk.
Watch out for
High sugar content often added to temper the pungency of tempoyak. Some restaurants might use commercial tempoyak with added sugar. Natural sugars in tempoyak.
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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