Cua Rang Me (Keto - Reduced Tamarind, No Sugar)
Tamarind Crab (Keto - Reduced Tamarind, No Sugar)
No, skip this one: about 16g 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 popular seafood dish where crab is stir-fried in a rich, tangy, and savory tamarind sauce. The crab is typically cooked until succulent, coated in the flavorful sauce, and often garnished with herbs and fried garlic. Traditional versions can be quite sweet.
Key ingredients
Whole crab (or crab legs/claws), tamarind paste, garlic, shallots, chili, cooking oil, fish sauce, black pepper, green onions, cilantro. (Traditionally sugar is added to balance tamarind).
If you order it anyway
Request no added sugar in the tamarind sauce. Ask for reduced tamarind paste if possible, as it naturally contains carbs. Focus on the savory and spicy notes. Ensure no flour or cornstarch is used to thicken the sauce. Served without rice or bread.
Watch out for
High amounts of sugar in the tamarind sauce, high natural carb content of tamarind (can be managed by reducing quantity), use of thickening agents (cornstarch).
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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