Tahu Goreng (Keto Modified - Low Sugar Peanut Sauce)
Fried Tofu with Low Sugar Peanut Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: request the peanut sauce to be made with minimal or no added sugar, preferably using a low-carb sweetener. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Crispy deep-fried tofu (tahu) served with refreshing cucumber and bean sprouts, all smothered in a rich, savory, and keto-friendly peanut sauce. The traditional version's peanut sauce is usually high in sugar.
Key ingredients
Firm tofu, cucumber, bean sprouts, cooking oil for frying tofu. For the sauce: peanuts, chilli, garlic, shallots, tamarind paste (minimal), fish sauce, low-carb sweetener (e.g., erythritol or stevia), water.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request the peanut sauce to be made with minimal or no added sugar, preferably using a low-carb sweetener. Confirm tofu is not breaded or coated with flour before frying. Ensure no starchy thickeners in the sauce.
Watch out for
The traditional peanut sauce is very high in sugar and sometimes includes starchy thickeners. Tamarind paste also contains carbs (use sparingly). Fried tofu might absorb some flour if not specified.
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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