Pucuk Ubi Goreng Belacan
Stir-fried Tapioca Leaves with Belacan
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Malaysian dishes.
What it is
Young tapioca leaves stir-fried with a pungent, savory belacan (shrimp paste) chili paste, garlic, and sometimes small dried anchovies. A staple vegetable side dish in Malaysian cuisine.
Key ingredients
Tapioca leaves, belacan (shrimp paste), bird's eye chilies, garlic, onion/shallots, cooking oil, (optional: small dried anchovies).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugar or MSG with added sugar is used in the belacan paste or stir-fry seasoning.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Pucuk Ubi Goreng Belacan ni, jangan letak gula atau MSG bergula ya.
Please prepare Pucuk Ubi Goreng Belacan without added sugar or MSG with sugar.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in belacan paste or seasoning. Onion/shallots contribute some carbs.
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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