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Stir-fried Petai with Dried Shrimp and Belacan
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sugar is added to the belacan paste or during stir-frying. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Singaporean dishes.
What it is
A pungent and savory side dish, popular in Peranakan and Malay cuisine, featuring petai (stink beans) stir-fried with aromatic dried shrimp, belacan (fermented shrimp paste), garlic, and chili. It’s a bold-flavored dish that is naturally low carb when prepared without sugar.
Key ingredients
Petai beans, dried shrimp, belacan, garlic, fresh red chillies, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Ensure no sugar is added to the belacan paste or during stir-frying. Some restaurants may add a touch of sweet soy sauce, which should be omitted.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in belacan paste or cooking, trace carbs from petai and chilli.
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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