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Keto Tum Ayam (Steamed Chicken in Banana Leaf) recipe by Safe Plated

Keto Tum Ayam (Steamed Chicken in Banana Leaf)

A fragrant and flavorful steamed chicken dish wrapped in banana leaves, perfect for a keto-friendly and soy-free Indonesian lunch.

55m4 servings
SOY-free
350 cal|30g protein|8g carbs|20g fat|2g fiber

Ingredients

  • about 450 g Ground Chicken
  • 1/2 cup Coconut Milk
  • 3 leaves Lime Leaves
  • 1 stalk Lemongrass
  • 2.54 cm Galangal
  • 3 cloves Garlic
  • 4 medium Shallots
  • 2 small Red Chilies
  • 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
  • 1 tablespoon Coconut Aminos
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 4 pieces Banana Leaves

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

  1. 1In a food processor, blend garlic, shallots, red chilies, galangal and turmeric powder into a fine paste.
  2. 2In a bowl, combine ground chicken, coconut milk, lime leaves, chopped lemongrass, spice paste, coconut aminos, and salt.
  3. 3Mix well to combine.
  4. 4Cut banana leaves into squares. Place a portion of the chicken mixture in the center of each square.
  5. 5Wrap the banana leaves tightly around the chicken mixture and secure with toothpicks.
  6. 6Steam the wrapped chicken for 25-30 minutes, or until cooked through.
  7. 7Serve hot with cauliflower rice.

Substitutions

Soy Sauce → Coconut Aminos

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