Keto Ikan Fillet Goreng Halia Daun Bawang
Stir-fried Fish Fillet with Ginger and Scallions (Keto-Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no cornstarch or other thickeners are used in the sauce, and no sugar or MSG with added sugar. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Malaysian dishes.
What it is
Tender fish fillet (e.g., barramundi, snapper) stir-fried with julienned ginger, fragrant scallions, and a light savory sauce.
Key ingredients
Fish fillet, ginger, spring onions/scallions, garlic, cooking oil, light soy sauce (keto-friendly), white pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure no cornstarch or other thickeners are used in the sauce, and no sugar or MSG with added sugar. Request fish fillet to be lightly pan-fried or stir-fried without batter.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Keto Ikan Fillet Goreng Halia Daun Bawang ni, jangan guna tepung jagung/pemekat, gula, atau MSG bergula. Ikan goreng tanpa tepung.
For Keto Ikan Fillet Goreng Halia Daun Bawang, please no cornstarch, thickeners, sugar, or MSG with sugar. Fry the fish without batter.
Watch out for
Cornstarch/thickeners in sauce, hidden sugar in sauce, non-keto soy/oyster sauce, flour/starch for coating fish.
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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