Sup Ayam
Chicken Soup
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Malaysian dishes.
What it is
A comforting and wholesome clear chicken broth, typically simmered with chicken pieces and aromatic spices like star anise, cardamom, and cinnamon. Served hot and garnished with fried shallots and spring onions.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces (bone-in or boneless), chicken broth, ginger, garlic, star anise, cardamom, cinnamon stick, white pepper, salt, spring onions, fried shallots (garnish).
Optional tweaks
CRITICAL: Request no potatoes and no carrots. Ensure no added sugar to the broth, which is rare for this dish but always worth checking.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Sup Ayam ni, minta jangan letak kentang atau lobak merah. Tolong sahkan tiada gula tambahan dalam kuah.
For Sup Ayam, please no potatoes and no carrots. Also, please ensure no added sugar in the broth.
Watch out for
The main risk is traditionally added potatoes and carrots. Ensure these are omitted.
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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