Udang Goreng Cili Padi
Prawns Fried with Bird's Eye Chili
Yes, with a tweak: request no added sugar and no cornstarch/thickener in the sauce. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Malaysian dishes.
What it is
Fresh prawns are quickly stir-fried with a fiery paste of bird's eye chilies (cili padi), garlic, and onions, offering a simple yet intensely spicy and savory flavor.
Key ingredients
Prawns, bird's eye chilies (cili padi), garlic, shallots, cooking oil, salt, lime juice.
How to make it keto
Request no added sugar and no cornstarch/thickener in the sauce. Ensure no flour or batter is used on the prawns.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Udang Goreng Cili Padi ini, minta jangan letak gula atau tepung jagung/pemekat dalam kuah. Dan pastikan udang tidak bersalut tepung.
For Udang Goreng Cili Padi, please no added sugar or cornstarch in the sauce. Also, ensure no flour or batter is used on the prawns.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in seasoning, cornstarch thickener, flour/batter on prawns.
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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