宫保鸡丁
Keto Kung Pao Chicken (No Sugar/Starch)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no sugar, cornstarch, or other thickeners in the sauce. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A spicy, savory stir-fry featuring diced chicken, peanuts, dried chilies, and Sichuan peppercorns. This version is modified to remove traditional high-carb elements from the sauce, focusing on a robust, low-sugar flavor.
Key ingredients
Diced chicken, peanuts, dried chilies, Sichuan peppercorns, garlic, ginger, scallions, cooking oil, soy sauce (or tamari), rice vinegar, salt.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no sugar, cornstarch, or other thickeners in the sauce. Ensure a low-carb soy sauce is used, or specify tamari. Peanuts are typically fine in moderation.
Say this to the waiter (Chinese)
宫保鸡丁，酱汁里请不要加糖、淀粉或其他增稠剂。请用低碳酱油或无麸质酱油。
For the Gongbao Jiding, please use no sugar, cornstarch, or other thickeners in the sauce. Please use a low-carb soy sauce or tamari.
Watch out for
Significant sugar and cornstarch in traditional sauces. Peanuts contribute some carbohydrates.
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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