Keto Pan-fried Tofu with Minced Meat Gravy (No Sugar/Starch)
Pan-fried Tofu with Minced Meat Gravy (Keto-Modified, No Sugar/Starch)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure tofu is pan-fried plain, not deep-fried with a batter. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Malaysian dishes.
What it is
Firm tofu slices pan-fried until golden, then generously topped with a rich, savory minced meat gravy (typically pork or chicken). Modified to be completely free of added sugar and starch thickeners.
Key ingredients
Firm tofu, minced pork/chicken, garlic, ginger, spring onion, cooking oil, light soy sauce (sugar-free), dark soy sauce (minimal for color), white pepper, water/broth.
How to make it keto
Ensure tofu is pan-fried plain, not deep-fried with a batter. Crucially request no sugar or cornstarch in the minced meat gravy. Request sugar-free soy sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Untuk Keto Pan-fried Tofu, tolong goreng biasa saja, jangan salut tepung. Kuah daging cincang jangan letak gula, tepung jagung, atau kicap manis.
For the Keto Pan-fried Tofu, please pan-fry the tofu plain, no batter. Ensure no sugar, cornstarch, or sweetened soy sauce in the gravy.
Watch out for
Tofu might be deep-fried in batter (must avoid), hidden sugar and cornstarch used to thicken the gravy. Some minced meat preparations include peas or carrots, which should be avoided.
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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