A unique vegetable dish featuring fiddlehead ferns (pucuk paku) stir-fried and coated in a rich, nutty toasted coconut paste (kerisik) along with a blend of local spices and aromatics. A less common but authentic preparation.

Key ingredients

Fiddlehead ferns (pucuk paku), kerisik (toasted coconut paste), shallots, garlic, lemongrass, turmeric, chilies, cooking oil, salt. (Restaurant version may add sugar.)

If you order it anyway

Request no added sugar or MSG. Kerisik itself is keto-friendly but adds to total carbs. This is a side dish.

If you order it anyway, say this (Malay)

Pucuk Paku Masak Kerisik ni, tolong jangan letak gula atau MSG ya.

Please prepare Pucuk Paku Masak Kerisik without added sugar or MSG.

Watch out for

Natural carbs from fiddlehead ferns and kerisik; potential for added sugar to balance flavors.

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.