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Keto Ikan Bakar (Grilled Fish)

Grilled fish marinated in aromatic Malaysian spices and herbs, served with a zesty sambal sauce. Uses keto-friendly sweeteners.

20m prep + 20m cook4 servings
Contains wheatContains soyContains fishEGG-free
350 cal|45g protein|8g carbs|15g fat|2g fiber

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs White fish fillets (e.g., snapper, sea bass)
  • 2 stalks Lemongrass
  • 1 inch Galangal
  • 1 inch Ginger
  • 1 tsp Turmeric powder
  • 2 tbsp Chili paste (sambal oelek)
  • 4 small Shallots
  • 3 cloves Garlic
  • 2 tbsp Lime juice
  • 2 tbsp Soy sauce (keto-friendly)
  • 1 tsp Stevia or erythritol
  • 1 tbsp Coconut oil

Instructions

  1. 1Prepare the marinade: In a blender, combine the 2 stalks of lemongrass (trimmed and roughly chopped), 1 inch of galangal (peeled and roughly chopped), 1 inch of ginger (peeled and roughly chopped), 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 2 tablespoons of chili paste, 4 small shallots (peeled), 3 cloves of garlic (peeled), 2 tablespoons of lime juice, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, and 1 teaspoon of stevia or erythritol. Blend until the mixture is smooth.
  2. 2Place the 1.5 lbs of white fish fillets on a clean surface and rub the blended marinade all over them, ensuring they are evenly coated.
  3. 3Preheat your grill to medium heat, which is approximately 350-400°F (175-200°C). Lightly grease the grill grates using 1 tablespoon of coconut oil to prevent sticking.
  4. 4Carefully place the marinated fish fillets onto the preheated grill. Grill for 6-8 minutes per side. The fish is cooked through when it is opaque, flakes easily with a fork, and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
  5. 5Remove the grilled fish from the grill and let it rest for 2-3 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, making the fish more moist.

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