Sotong Goreng Cili Kering (Keto-Modified)
Keto Dried Chili Squid Stir-fry
Yes, with a tweak: request no added sugar, no cornstarch for thickening, and minimal onions. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Squid stir-fried with rehydrated dried chilies, garlic, onions, and sometimes a splash of soy sauce. The keto modification removes any added sugar and cornstarch thickeners.
Key ingredients
Squid, dried chilies, garlic, onion, ginger, cooking oil, soy sauce (or tamari), fish sauce, salt, white pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no added sugar, no cornstarch for thickening, and minimal onions. Ensure soy sauce used is low-sugar (or ask to use tamari if available).
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Sotong Goreng Cili Kering ni, jangan letak gula dan tepung jagung. Bawang sikit saja. Guna kicap rendah gula atau tamari kalau ada.
Sotong Goreng Cili Kering: no added sugar, no cornstarch. Minimal onions, please. Use low-sugar soy sauce or tamari if possible.
Watch out for
Sugar in the stir-fry sauce, cornstarch or flour as a thickener, excessive onions.
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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