干锅鸭 (Keto Modified)
Dry Pot Duck (Spicy Stir-fried Duck with Low-Carb Vegetables)
Yes, with a tweak: ask for no potatoes, no lotus root, no sugar, and no cornstarch. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Crispy-skinned duck pieces stir-fried in a searing hot dry pot with a fragrant mix of chilies, Sichuan peppercorns, and keto-friendly vegetables like bell peppers, celery, and bamboo shoots. Emphasizes bold flavors and a dry, aromatic finish.
Key ingredients
Duck (chopped), dried chilies, Sichuan peppercorns, garlic, ginger, bell peppers, celery, bamboo shoots, soy sauce (low sodium), cooking oil, salt.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ask for no potatoes, no lotus root, no sugar, and no cornstarch. Emphasize low-carb vegetables only.
Say this to the waiter (Chinese)
干锅鸭请不要放土豆、藕片、糖和淀粉,只用低碳蔬菜。
For the 干锅鸭, please use no potatoes, no lotus root, no sugar, no cornstarch, and only low-carb vegetables.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in sauces, inclusion of high-carb vegetables if not specified (e.g., potatoes, lotus root, onions in large quantity).
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.