南乳炸排骨
Deep-fried Pork Ribs with Fermented Tofu
Yes, with a tweak: request NO batter or starch coating. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Singaporean dishes.
What it is
Pork ribs marinated in a pungent and savoury paste of white fermented tofu (nam ru), garlic, ginger, and sometimes Shaoxing wine, then deep-fried until golden and crispy without batter. The fermented tofu gives the ribs a distinctive, umami-rich flavour.
Key ingredients
Pork ribs, white fermented tofu (nam ru), garlic, ginger, Shaoxing wine (optional), white pepper, cooking oil for deep-frying.
How to make it keto
CRITICAL: Request NO batter or starch coating. Ensure no sugar is added to the marinade.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in marinade, starch/batter (if not specifically requested to omit), small amount from fermented tofu.
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.
More on the Singaporean menuAll 400 Singaporean dishes ›
