香菇扒海参
Braised Sea Cucumber with Mushrooms
Yes, with a tweak: crucially request no starch thickening (勾芡) and no added sugar in the sauce. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A luxurious and delicate dish featuring rehydrated sea cucumber, often braised until tender, served with savory shiitake mushrooms in a light, umami-rich sauce. Sea cucumber is prized for its texture and health benefits.
Key ingredients
Sea cucumber, Shiitake mushrooms, Chicken broth (or stock), Ginger, Scallions, Cooking oil, Light soy sauce, ShaoXing wine (small amount), Oyster sauce (optional).
How to make it keto
Crucially request no starch thickening (勾芡) and no added sugar in the sauce. Ask for light soy sauce and confirm the broth is sugar-free.
Say this to the waiter (Chinese)
香菇扒海参请不要勾芡，酱汁不要加糖，用生抽。请问汤底是无糖的吗？
For the 香菇扒海参, please no starch thickening, no added sugar in the sauce, and use light soy sauce. Is the broth sugar-free?
Watch out for
Hidden sugars or cornstarch in the braising sauce, rehydrated shiitake mushrooms can contribute some carbs.
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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