脆皮猪手
Crispy Pork Knuckle
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Chinese dishes.
What it is
A whole pork knuckle (trotter), first tenderized by boiling or braising, then roasted or deep-fried until the skin becomes incredibly crispy and golden, while the meat remains succulent and flavorful.
Key ingredients
Pork knuckle, salt, spices (e.g., star anise, bay leaf, cinnamon for pre-braising), cooking oil for crisping.
Optional tweaks
Confirm no sugar is added to any braising liquid or seasoning. Ensure no sugary glaze is used.
Say this to the waiter (Chinese)
这份脆皮猪手，请确认卤汁和调味没有加糖，也不要用糖浆上光。
For the 脆皮猪手, please confirm no sugar is added to the braising liquid or seasoning. No sugary glaze, please.
Watch out for
Minimal if no sugar in seasoning or braising liquid. Restaurant preparation might sometimes add a sugary glaze for color, so confirm omission.
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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