Keto Kerabu Kerang
Cockle Salad with Sugar-Free Dressing
Yes, with a tweak: ensure the dressing is made without any added sugar, palm sugar, or sweet chili sauce. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A refreshing and spicy salad made from blanched cockles (kerang) tossed with fresh herbs, sliced onions, chilies, and a zesty lime-based dressing. This keto version ensures the dressing is free from any added sugar, focusing on the natural tang and spice.
Key ingredients
Fresh cockles, red onion, bird's eye chilies, lemongrass, ginger flower (bunga kantan), kaffir lime leaves, fresh mint leaves, lime juice, fish sauce, cooking oil (e.g., palm oil).
How to make it keto
Ensure the dressing is made without any added sugar, palm sugar, or sweet chili sauce. Confirm the use of low-carb ingredients for the dressing.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Untuk Kerabu Kerang, tolong pastikan kuah kerabu tiada gula, gula Melaka, atau sos cili manis. Guna bahan dressing rendah karbo.
For Kerabu Kerang, please ensure the dressing has no added sugar, palm sugar, or sweet chili sauce. Use low-carb dressing ingredients.
Watch out for
Traditional kerabu dressings often contain sugar or palm sugar for balance. Be vigilant about pre-mixed dressings.
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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