Pucuk Ubi Rebus dengan Keto Sambal Tempoyak
Boiled Tapioca Leaves with Keto Fermented Durian Sambal
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sugar is added to the sambal, which is common to balance the sourness of tempoyak. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Malaysian dishes.
What it is
A classic Malay side dish featuring blanched tapioca leaves served with a spicy and pungent sambal made from fermented durian (tempoyak), bird's eye chilies, and shallots. The tempoyak provides a creamy, tangy, and umami base.
Key ingredients
Tapioca leaves, fermented durian (tempoyak), bird's eye chilies, shallots, lime juice, salt, cooking oil (for sambal).
How to make it keto
Ensure no sugar is added to the sambal, which is common to balance the sourness of tempoyak.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Untuk Sambal Tempoyak tu, tolong jangan masukkan gula ya.
For the Sambal Tempoyak, please make sure there's no added sugar.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in sambal.
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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