Peria Goreng
Plain Bitter Gourd Stir-fry
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Malaysian dishes.
What it is
Thinly sliced bitter gourd simply stir-fried with garlic and onion. A classic, slightly bitter yet refreshing vegetable dish, often enjoyed as a counterpoint to richer mains, naturally low in carbs.
Key ingredients
Bitter gourd, garlic, onion, cooking oil, salt.
Optional tweaks
None required. Explicitly request no added sugar, which is occasionally used by restaurants to reduce bitterness.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Peria Goreng ni, minta tolong jangan letak gula ya.
For Peria Goreng, please ensure no added sugar is used.
Watch out for
Minimal, but some places might add a pinch of sugar to mitigate bitterness.
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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