Sotong Goreng Cili Garam
Salt & Chili Fried Squid (Unbreaded)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no breading, cornstarch, or sugar in the seasoning. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Squid rings stir-fried or deep-fried quickly until tender, then tossed with a seasoning blend of salt, dried chilies, garlic, and sometimes a hint of white pepper and curry leaves. The result is a savory, spicy, and slightly crispy texture without batter.
Key ingredients
Squid, salt, dried chilies, garlic, shallots, curry leaves, cooking oil, white pepper.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no breading, cornstarch, or sugar in the seasoning. Ensure the seasoning is primarily salt, chili, and aromatics.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Sotong Goreng Cili Garam ini, tolong jangan letak tepung, cornstarch atau gula. Guna garam, cili dan aromatik saja.
For Sotong Goreng Cili Garam, please no breading, cornstarch, or added sugar. Just salt, chili, and aromatics.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in seasoning, potential for cornstarch coating (ask to omit).
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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