Keto Marmite Chicken (Unbreaded)
Yes, with a tweak: insist on unbreaded, pan-fried or baked chicken. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A flavorful Malaysian Chinese dish featuring succulent chicken pieces tossed in a unique savory-sweet Marmite glaze. The keto version omits the traditional deep-fried breading and ensures the sauce is sugar-free for a low-carb indulgence.
Key ingredients
Chicken thigh, Marmite, butter, dark soy sauce (low-carb), sesame oil, garlic, chili (optional), cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Insist on unbreaded, pan-fried or baked chicken. Ensure the Marmite sauce is prepared without added sugar, honey, or maltose. Confirm no starch thickeners are used in the sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Keto Marmite Chicken ini, ayam tanpa salut tepung, goreng biasa atau bakar. Sos Marmite jangan letak gula, madu, maltosa atau pemekat kanji.
Keto Marmite Chicken, please use unbreaded, pan-fried/baked chicken. Marmite sauce must be without sugar, honey, maltose, or starch thickeners.
Watch out for
Deep-fried breading. Added sugar/honey in the sauce. Some brands of soy sauce can contain sugar. Malt extract in Marmite itself contains some carbohydrates; ensure moderation.
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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