Telur Itik Masak Tempoyak
Salted Duck Egg with Fermented Durian
No, skip this one: about 25g net carbs per serving, close to a full day's carbs on strict keto. Better picks from the same menu are below.
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What it is
A rich and creamy Malay dish where salted duck eggs are cooked in a spicy, aromatic gravy made with tempoyak (fermented durian), coconut milk, turmeric, and chilies. The tempoyak provides a unique sweet-sour-umami depth.
Key ingredients
Salted duck eggs, tempoyak (fermented durian), full-fat coconut milk, bird's eye chilies, fresh turmeric, lemongrass, cooking oil, salt.
If you order it anyway
Crucially, confirm the tempoyak used is unsweetened or has very minimal sugar. Durian is naturally high in carbs, but fermentation and a smaller portion can be keto-friendly with moderation. Request 'no additional sugar' in the gravy.
If you order it anyway, say this (Malay)
Telur Itik Masak Tempoyak ini, boleh sahkan tempoyak tiada gula dan jangan tambah gula dalam kuah?
For Telur Itik Masak Tempoyak, please confirm the tempoyak is unsweetened and no additional sugar in the gravy.
Watch out for
High risk from added sugar in tempoyak or gravy. Ensure 'no sugar added'. The natural carbs from durian in tempoyak are accounted for, making this a higher-carb keto option but still viable as a main dish if serving size is controlled.
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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