Taugeh Ikan Masin
Stir-fried Bean Sprouts with Salted Fish
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no added sugar or cornstarch. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Malaysian dishes.
What it is
A simple and popular stir-fry featuring crisp bean sprouts quickly cooked with savory salted fish, garlic, and sometimes chili.
Key ingredients
Bean sprouts, salted fish (e.g., Ikan Kurau), garlic, chilies, cooking oil, light soy sauce (optional).
How to make it keto
Ensure no added sugar or cornstarch. Use minimal soy sauce if sensitive to the small carb content. Omit rice.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Taugeh Ikan Masin ni, tolong jangan letak gula atau tepung jagung. Kicap sikit saja. Tak perlu nasi.
For the Taugeh Ikan Masin, ensure no added sugar or cornstarch. Minimal soy sauce. No rice, please.
Watch out for
Minimal, but some restaurants might add a pinch of sugar for flavor balance. Served traditionally with high-carb rice.
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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