麻辣田鸡
Spicy Frog Legs (Mala Style)
Yes, with a tweak: crucially request no sugar and no cornstarch. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Chinese food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A fiery Sichuan-style dish featuring tender frog legs stir-fried with an explosive combination of dried chilies, Sichuan peppercorns, garlic, ginger, and a savory, numbing spicy sauce. A bold and aromatic choice for spice lovers.
Key ingredients
Frog legs, Dried chilies, Sichuan peppercorns, Garlic, Ginger, Cooking oil, Doubanjiang (fermented broad bean paste), Light soy sauce, ShaoXing wine (small amount), Scallions.
How to make it keto
Crucially request no sugar and no cornstarch. Ask for minimal Doubanjiang as it contains broad beans and some flour/sugar. Ensure no added starchy vegetables (e.g., potatoes, lotus root) are included, which sometimes appear in 'dry pot' versions.
Say this to the waiter (Chinese)
这道麻辣田鸡，请不要放糖、不要勾芡，豆瓣酱请尽量少放。也不要加土豆、藕这类淀粉高的配菜。
For the 麻辣田鸡, please no sugar, no cornstarch, and minimal Doubanjiang. Also, no starchy vegetables like potatoes or lotus root.
Watch out for
Doubanjiang contains some carbs/starch, hidden sugars in sauce, potential cornstarch, small amount of carbs from aromatics.
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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