干煸鱿鱼
Sichuan Dry-Fried Squid (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: request no sugar and no cornstarch or other thickeners in the sauce. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Squid stir-fried with a fiery blend of dried chilies, Sichuan peppercorns, garlic, ginger, and scallions, resulting in a savory, spicy, and aromatic dish with a slightly charred texture.
Key ingredients
Squid, dried chilies, Sichuan peppercorns, garlic, ginger, scallions, cooking oil, soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, salt, white pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no sugar and no cornstarch or other thickeners in the sauce. Ensure the squid is pan-fried, not deep-fried with batter.
Say this to the waiter (Chinese)
干煸鱿鱼酱汁不要加糖、勾芡。鱿鱼请用干煸的方式，不要裹粉油炸，谢谢。
For the 干煸鱿鱼, please ensure no sugar, cornstarch, or other thickeners in the sauce. And no deep-frying with batter, just pan-fried.
Watch out for
Sauces frequently contain sugar and cornstarch. Some restaurants might lightly batter and deep-fry the squid before stir-frying.
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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