Pucuk Paku Goreng Bawang Putih Cili Padi (Keto-Modified)
Fiddlehead Fern Stir-fry with Garlic & Bird's Eye Chilies (No Sugar)
Yes, with a tweak: request 'no sugar' and 'no MSG'. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Malaysian dishes.
What it is
Fresh fiddlehead ferns (pucuk paku) stir-fried simply with pungent garlic and fiery bird's eye chilies. A light and spicy vegetable side dish, made keto-friendly by ensuring no sugar is added.
Key ingredients
Fiddlehead ferns, garlic, bird's eye chilies, shallots, cooking oil, salt, white pepper.
How to make it keto
Request 'no sugar' and 'no MSG'. Ensure only low-carb vegetables are included if mixed with others (e.g., no carrots).
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Pucuk Paku Goreng ini, tolong jangan letak gula atau MSG. Jika ada campur sayur lain, pastikan yang rendah karbo saja, tiada lobak merah.
For Pucuk Paku Goreng, please use no sugar and no MSG. If there are other vegetables, ensure they are low-carb only, like no carrots.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in seasoning, cross-contamination with high-carb ingredients if not cooked separately.
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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