清炒苦瓜
Plain Stir-fried Bitter Melon
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Chinese dishes.
What it is
Bitter melon slices stir-fried simply with garlic and a touch of salt. A classic, naturally low-carb vegetable side dish known for its unique bitter taste and crisp texture.
Key ingredients
Bitter melon, garlic, cooking oil (e.g., peanut oil), salt.
Optional tweaks
Request absolutely no sugar. Some recipes add a tiny bit to balance bitterness, but this must be omitted for keto. Ensure no oyster sauce or other sugary condiments are used.
Say this to the waiter (Chinese)
清炒苦瓜请一定不要放糖，也不要加蚝油或其他含糖调料，谢谢。
清炒苦瓜, please ensure absolutely no sugar is added. Also, no oyster sauce or other sugary condiments, please.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar, especially if blanched in sugary water or seasoned with too much oyster sauce. Bitter melon has natural carbs.
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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