Keto Ikan Masak Kicap
Keto Soy Sauce Fish
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no added sugar. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Pan-fried or deep-fried whole fish (such as Siakap or Bawal) simmered in a rich, savory, and non-sweet soy sauce gravy with aromatic ginger, garlic, and sliced chilies. This keto version removes all added sugar.
Key ingredients
Whole fish (e.g., Siakap, Bawal), keto-friendly soy sauce (sugar-free), ginger, garlic, shallots (minimal), red chilies, cooking oil, water/broth.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no added sugar. Use of a keto-friendly soy sauce or minimal traditional soy sauce due to potential sugar content in caramel coloring. Ensure no flour thickeners.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Ikan Masak Kicap ni, jangan letak gula atau tepung pemekat. Guna kicap keto atau kurangkan kicap biasa.
Ikan Masak Kicap: no added sugar, no flour thickeners. Use keto-friendly soy sauce or minimal traditional soy sauce.
Watch out for
High sugar content in traditional soy sauce, added sugar, cornstarch thickeners, excessive onions/shallots.
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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