Pucuk Ubi Rebus dengan Sambal Belacan (Keto-Modified)
Keto Boiled Tapioca Leaves with Sugar-Free Sambal
Yes, with a tweak: request the tapioca leaves to be boiled plain. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Malaysian dishes.
What it is
Tender tapioca leaves, simply boiled until soft, served with a fiery sambal belacan. A common Malaysian side dish that is keto-friendly with a modified sambal.
Key ingredients
Tapioca leaves, water. Sambal Belacan: Red chilies, bird's eye chilies, belacan (shrimp paste), lime juice, garlic, salt.
How to make it keto
Request the tapioca leaves to be boiled plain. For the sambal belacan, ask for no added sugar. A simple chili-lime dip can be a safer alternative.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Untuk Pucuk Ubi Rebus dengan Sambal Belacan, tolong rebus pucuk ubi kosong saja. Pastikan sambal belacan tiada gula.
For Pucuk Ubi Rebus dengan Sambal Belacan, please boil the pucuk ubi plain. Ensure no sugar is added to the sambal belacan.
Watch out for
Sambal belacan traditionally includes sugar (or 'gula Melaka') to balance the spice and acidity. Tapioca leaves have some natural 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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