Pucuk Paku Goreng Taugeh (Keto-Modified)
Stir-fried Fiddlehead Ferns with Bean Sprouts (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no added sugar or MSG with sugar content. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Malaysian dishes.
What it is
A fresh and vibrant vegetable stir-fry combining tender fiddlehead ferns (pucuk paku) and crunchy bean sprouts (taugeh), typically seasoned with garlic, shallots, and a touch of soy sauce. Modified to omit sugar and MSG with sugar.
Key ingredients
Fiddlehead ferns, bean sprouts, garlic, shallots, light soy sauce, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Ensure no added sugar or MSG with sugar content. Request light soy sauce for seasoning.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Pucuk Paku Goreng Taugeh ini, mohon jangan letak gula atau MSG yang ada gula. Guna kicap cair sahaja.
For Pucuk Paku Goreng Taugeh, please omit added sugar and MSG with sugar. Use light soy sauce for seasoning.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in soy sauce/seasoning.
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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