Sambal Hijau Ikan Bilis
Green Chili Anchovy Sambal
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sugar or sweet soy sauce (kicap manis) is added to the sambal. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Malaysian dishes.
What it is
A vibrant and spicy condiment or side dish made from roughly pounded green chilies, shallots, garlic, and crispy fried anchovies (ikan bilis), often brightened with a squeeze of lime.
Key ingredients
Green chilies, bird's eye chilies (optional), shallots, garlic, fried ikan bilis (anchovies), lime juice, cooking oil, salt.
How to make it keto
Ensure no sugar or sweet soy sauce (kicap manis) is added to the sambal. Request fresh ingredients to avoid hidden additives.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Sambal Hijau Ikan Bilis ini, tolong jangan letak gula atau kicap manis. Guna bahan-bahan segar sahaja.
Sambal Hijau Ikan Bilis, please prepare without sugar or sweet soy sauce (kicap manis). Use fresh ingredients only.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in the sambal paste, high-carb oil if not clarified, excessive use of higher-carb aromatics.
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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