Sawi Goreng Bawang Putih
Stir-fried Choy Sum with Garlic
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Malaysian dishes.
What it is
A simple and common Malaysian Chinese vegetable dish featuring fresh choy sum stir-fried quickly with fragrant minced garlic in oil. It's naturally low in carbs and a great side dish for any keto meal.
Key ingredients
Choy sum, fresh garlic, cooking oil (e.g., vegetable oil, palm oil), pinch of salt, light soy sauce (ensure sugar-free).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugar or cornstarch is added to the sauce; request a light hand on sugar-free soy sauce to minimize sodium.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Sawi Goreng Bawang Putih ni, sos tanpa gula atau tepung jagung. Kicap cair tanpa gula tu, letak sikit saja ya.
For Sawi Goreng Bawang Putih, please no sugar or cornstarch in the sauce. Light hand on sugar-free soy sauce.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in soy sauce (request sugar-free option), excessive oil can increase calories but not 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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