Keto Penang Asam Laksa (with Shirataki Noodles)
Keto Penang Sour Fish Noodle Soup (with Shirataki Noodles)
Yes, with a tweak: shirataki noodles replace rice noodles. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Malaysian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A tangy, spicy, and savory fish-based broth, re-imagined for keto with shirataki noodles. The rich broth is made from mackerel or sardine, infused with tamarind, lemongrass, galangal, chili, and mint, served with shredded fish, onions, cucumber, and laksa leaves.
Key ingredients
Mackerel/sardines, shirataki noodles, tamarind paste, lemongrass, galangal, ginger, dried chilies, belacan, fish sauce, laksa leaves (daun kesum), mint leaves, cucumber, red onion.
How to make it keto
Shirataki noodles replace rice noodles. Omit pineapple. Ensure no added sugar in the broth. Request minimal shredded cucumber and red onion if very carb-sensitive.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Keto Penang Asam Laksa ni, guna mi shirataki. Jangan letak nenas, dan kuah tanpa gula. Timun dan bawang merah hiris sikit saja.
Keto Penang Asam Laksa, please use shirataki noodles. Omit pineapple, no added sugar in broth. Minimal cucumber and red onion, please.
Watch out for
Tamarind paste contains natural sugars/carbs; small amounts of hidden sugar in restaurant broths; cucumber and onion add up. Shirataki noodles have trace carbs.
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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