腐乳焖肉
Braised Pork with Fermented Tofu
Yes, with a tweak: request no sugar added to the braising liquid, no cornstarch/thickener. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Chinese food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender cuts of pork, typically belly or shoulder, slowly braised in a rich, deeply savory sauce made primarily with red or white fermented tofu (fu ru), Shaoxing wine, ginger, and garlic, resulting in aromatic, fall-apart meat.
Key ingredients
Pork belly/shoulder, fermented tofu (fu ru), Shaoxing wine, ginger, garlic, star anise, cinnamon stick, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Request no sugar added to the braising liquid, no cornstarch/thickener. Fermented tofu itself is generally keto-friendly; ensure no sugary brands are used.
Say this to the waiter (Chinese)
这份腐乳焖肉，请不要加糖，不要勾芡。腐乳也请用无糖的。
Please ensure the 腐乳焖肉 has no added sugar in the braising liquid, no cornstarch, and uses unsweetened fermented tofu.
Watch out for
Added sugar in braising liquid (common in restaurants), potential use of cornstarch to thicken sauce. Check for sugary brands of fermented tofu if possible.
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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