卤牛筋
Braised Beef Tendon (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: request 'no sugar' (不要放糖) in the braising liquid and 'minimal soy sauce' (酱油少放) to reduce carb content. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Chinese dishes.
What it is
Tender, flavorful beef tendon, slow-braised in a savory liquid until gelatinous. Typically served cold as an appetizer or side dish.
Key ingredients
Beef tendon, soy sauce, star anise, cinnamon, ginger, garlic, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Request 'no sugar' (不要放糖) in the braising liquid and 'minimal soy sauce' (酱油少放) to reduce carb content. The liquid should be relatively light, not a heavy, syrupy glaze.
Say this to the waiter (Chinese)
卤牛筋，卤汁请不要放糖，酱油少放一点。汁水做清淡一些，不要太浓稠。
For 卤牛筋, please no sugar in the braising liquid. Use minimal soy sauce, and keep the liquid light, not syrupy.
Watch out for
Braising liquid often contains significant sugar and a substantial amount of soy sauce (wheat content).
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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