干煸四季豆
Dry-Fried Green Beans with Minced Pork
Yes, with a tweak: request 'no sugar' and 'no cornstarch/thickener'. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Chinese food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Green beans dry-fried until slightly blistered and tender-crisp, then stir-fried with savory minced pork, garlic, ginger, and sometimes preserved vegetables.
Key ingredients
Green beans, minced pork, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, preserved mustard greens (often), cooking oil, sometimes sugar and cornstarch.
How to make it keto
Request 'no sugar' and 'no cornstarch/thickener'. Be mindful of portion size, as green beans have more carbs than leafy greens. Ensure a good amount of minced pork.
Say this to the waiter (Chinese)
干煸四季豆请不要放糖，不要勾芡。肉末多放一点。
Please make this with no sugar and no cornstarch. Ensure a good amount of minced pork.
Watch out for
Green beans contain moderate carbs. Soy sauce and preserved vegetables might contain hidden sugars. Cornstarch is sometimes used in the sauce.
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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