蟹肉羹
Crab Meat Soup (no starch)
Yes, with a tweak: it is crucial to request 'no cornstarch' (不要勾芡) for thickening. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A delicate and savory soup featuring generous flakes of fresh crab meat, often enhanced with wisps of egg white, in a clear rich broth.
Key ingredients
Crab meat, chicken/pork broth, egg whites, ginger, salt, white pepper, sesame oil.
How to make it keto
It is crucial to request 'no cornstarch' (不要勾芡) for thickening. Confirm no sugar is added for flavor balancing.
Say this to the waiter (Chinese)
蟹肉羹请不要勾芡，也不要放糖。
For 蟹肉羹, please ensure no cornstarch is used for thickening, and no sugar is added.
Watch out for
Cornstarch thickeners are the primary risk; sometimes a small amount of sugar is added for taste.
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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