Keto Ikan Masam Manis
Keto Sweet and Sour Fish
Yes, with a tweak: mUST request no sugar, no cornstarch, and no flour/batter on the fish. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Malaysian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Pan-fried or lightly battered fish (e.g., snapper, grouper) topped with a vibrant, tangy, and sweet sauce, keto-modified using sugar substitutes and natural thickeners instead of cornstarch.
Key ingredients
Fish fillet, bell peppers, onions, cucumber, tomato (small amount), vinegar, sugar substitute (e.g., erythritol), low-carb tomato paste, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
MUST request no sugar, no cornstarch, and no flour/batter on the fish. Use a pan-fried fish. The sauce must be made with sugar substitutes and thickened with natural alternatives if needed (or simply reduced).
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Untuk Keto Ikan Masam Manis, saya nak ikan digoreng biasa tanpa tepung. Sos tanpa gula dan tiada tepung jagung. Guna pengganti gula atau pekatkan sos sahaja.
For Keto Ikan Masam Manis, please use pan-fried fish without flour/batter. No sugar, no cornstarch in the sauce. Use sugar substitutes or reduce sauce.
Watch out for
The 'sweet' component is typically from high amounts of sugar. The sauce often contains cornstarch, ketchup, and high-carb vegetables in large quantities. This dish requires significant modification.
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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