Paru Goreng
Fried Beef Lung
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no flour or starch is used for coating before frying. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Malaysian dishes.
What it is
Crispy and savory deep-fried beef lung, often seasoned with turmeric and salt. The lung is typically boiled until tender, sliced, and then fried until golden and slightly crunchy, making it a popular offal dish.
Key ingredients
Beef lung (paru lembu), turmeric powder, salt, cooking oil (for deep-frying, e.g., palm oil).
How to make it keto
Ensure no flour or starch is used for coating before frying. Confirm no sweet marinades or sauces are applied.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Untuk Paru Goreng, tolong jangan guna tepung salutan. Pastikan tiada perapan atau sos manis.
Paru Goreng: Please no flour or starch coating. Also, no sweet marinades or sauces, please.
Watch out for
Some preparations might add a sweet element to the seasoning or use a light flour dredge for extra crispiness, which should be avoided. Served with rice by default.
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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