Sambal Bilis Garing (Keto-Modified)
Crispy Anchovy Sambal (Keto-Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: request strictly no sugar, no cornstarch/flour for crispiness (ensure anchovies are just fried till crispy), and check with the kitchen about any other hidden… About 9g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Malaysian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A popular Malaysian condiment made from small, crispy fried anchovies (ikan bilis) mixed with a fiery, tangy sambal paste. For keto, it's prepared without any added sugar or high-carb ingredients, focusing on chili, garlic, shallots, tamarind, and the crispiness of the anchovies. It's often oily due to frying.
Key ingredients
Dried anchovies (ikan bilis), red chilies, bird's eye chilies, shallots, garlic, tamarind paste, cooking oil (generous), salt.
How to make it keto
Request strictly no sugar, no cornstarch/flour for crispiness (ensure anchovies are just fried till crispy), and check with the kitchen about any other hidden sweeteners in their standard sambal base.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Sambal Bilis Garing ni, jangan letak gula, kanji atau tepung ya. Boleh tanya dapur, sambal asas ada gula tersembunyi tak?
For Sambal Bilis Garing, no sugar, no cornstarch or flour. Please check if the sambal base has any hidden sweeteners.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in pre-made sambal paste, excessive tamarind if not controlled, trace carbs from vegetables.
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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