Keto Otah (Grilled Spicy Fish Paste)

Embark on a low-carb culinary adventure with this Keto Otah, a keto-friendly twist on the traditional Southeast Asian grilled spicy fish paste. Featuring tender white fish fillets blended with rich coconut cream, aromatic lemongrass, galangal, turmeric, and a kick of red chili, this dish is perfectly seasoned with sugar-free fish sauce for a guilt-free indulgence. Encased in fragrant banana leaves and grilled to smoky perfection, the fish paste remains moist and flavorful, offering an irresistible fusion of spice and creaminess. With just 30 minutes of prep, these portable packets of protein are ideal for low-carb barbecues, quick lunch sides, or flavorful party appetizers. A must-try for keto dieters and food enthusiasts alike, this recipe brings traditional flavors to your table, with modern keto adjustments that never compromise on taste.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 400 grams white fish fillets
• 100 milliliters coconut cream
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons coconut flour
• 2 small red chili peppers
• 1 whole lemongrass stalk
• 3 medium shallots
• 2 large garlic cloves
• 15 grams galangal
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon sugar-free fish sauce
• 6 sheets banana leaves
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the paste. Chop the red chili peppers, lemongrass, shallots, garlic, and galangal into small pieces.

Step 2

In a food processor, combine the chopped ingredients along with the turmeric powder and coconut cream. Blend until a smooth paste is formed.

Step 3

Cut the white fish fillets into chunks and add them to the food processor with the paste. Blend until the fish is finely mixed.

Step 4

Add the egg, coconut flour, salt, and sugar-free fish sauce to the fish mixture. Pulse everything together until combined into a thick paste.

Step 5

Preheat the grill or a grill pan to medium-high heat.

Step 6

Cut the banana leaves into rectangular pieces (about 20x20 cm). Lightly pass them over an open flame to make them more pliable.

Step 7

Place a spoonful of fish paste in the center of each banana leaf square.

Step 8

Fold the leaves to enclose the paste securely, creating packets, and fasten them with toothpicks.

Step 9

Brush the packets lightly with coconut oil.

Step 10

Grill the banana leaf-wrapped fish packets on each side for about 8-10 minutes, until the fish paste is cooked through and the leaves are charred.

Step 11

Remove from the grill and let them cool slightly before serving.

Step 12

Serve the Keto Otah warm, directly from the banana leaf to enjoy its aromatic flavors.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1444g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1253.3

Total Fat 47.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.4g
Cholesterol 419.5mg	0%
Sodium 4185.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 111.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.2g	0%
Total Sugars 63.5g
Protein 98.5g	0%

Vitamin D 853.8IU	0%
Calcium 238.2mg	0%
Iron 12.6mg	0%
Potassium 2120.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.5%

Protein: 31.2%

Carbs: 35.3%