水煮鱼
Sichuan Boiled Fish in Chili Oil
Yes, with a tweak: request no cornstarch or sugar in the broth/sauce. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender white fish fillets cooked in a fiery broth of chili oil, Sichuan peppercorns, and dried chilies, typically served over a bed of low-carb bean sprouts. The preparation involves a generous amount of oil.
Key ingredients
White fish fillets (e.g., tilapia, basa), bean sprouts, dried chilies, Sichuan peppercorns, chili oil, garlic, ginger, broad bean paste (豆瓣酱), cooking oil, salt.
How to make it keto
Request no cornstarch or sugar in the broth/sauce. Confirm that the broad bean paste used is low-sugar/no added wheat flour if possible.
Say this to the waiter (Chinese)
水煮鱼，汤汁里请不要勾芡，不要加糖。请问豆瓣酱是低糖无面粉的吗？
For the Shuizhu Yu, please use no cornstarch or sugar in the broth. Can you confirm the broad bean paste is low-sugar/no added wheat flour?
Watch out for
Hidden cornstarch or sugar in the broth/sauce. Some broad bean paste varieties may contain sugar or wheat flour. Higher quantities of bean sprouts can add up.
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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