Peria Tumis Daging Cincang
Bitter Gourd Stir-fry with Minced Meat
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no added sugar to the stir-fry sauce. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Malaysian dishes.
What it is
Sliced bitter gourd stir-fried with minced meat (typically pork or chicken), garlic, and a savory sauce. The characteristic bitterness of the gourd is balanced by the meat and seasoning.
Key ingredients
Bitter gourd, minced pork/chicken, garlic, chili (optional), soy sauce, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Ensure no added sugar to the stir-fry sauce. Request light soy sauce instead of dark soy sauce (which often contains sugar). Ask to omit oyster sauce or ensure a sugar-free alternative is used.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Peria Tumis Daging Cincang ini, jangan letak gula. Guna kicap cair, bukan kicap pekat. Tak nak sos tiram, atau boleh guna sos tiram tanpa gula jika ada.
For Peria Tumis Daging Cincang, please no added sugar. Use light soy sauce, not dark. No oyster sauce, or a sugar-free option if available.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in soy sauce, oyster sauce, or any pre-mixed stir-fry sauces. Excessive use of high-carb vegetables if mixed (unlikely for this specific dish).
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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