Keto Nasi Goreng Ikan Masin (Salted Fish Fried Cauliflower Rice)
Salted Fish Fried Cauliflower Rice
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request cauliflower rice. About 9g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Malaysian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A classic Malaysian fried rice dish reimagined for keto. Cauliflower florets are finely chopped and stir-fried with savory salted fish, eggs, chili, and minimal low-carb vegetables, mimicking the texture and intense flavor of traditional fried rice.
Key ingredients
Cauliflower 'rice', salted fish (ikan masin), eggs, chili, shallots, garlic, light soy sauce, cooking oil. Optional: a few green beans or shredded cabbage.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request cauliflower rice. Ensure no sugar is added to the soy sauce or stir-fry. Confirm vegetables are low-carb (e.g., green beans, cabbage, not carrots or corn).
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Untuk Keto Nasi Goreng Ikan Masin, pastikan guna nasi bunga kobis. Tiada gula dalam kicap atau masakan. Sayur-sayuran rendah karbohidrat sahaja ya.
For Keto Nasi Goreng Ikan Masin, please ensure it's made with cauliflower rice. No sugar in the soy sauce or stir-fry. Only low-carb vegetables, please.
Watch out for
Use of actual rice instead of cauliflower. Sugar in soy sauce. High-carb vegetables like carrots or corn.
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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