辣炒花甲
Spicy Stir-fried Clams
Yes, with a tweak: request no added sugar, no cornstarch. About 9g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Chinese food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Fresh clams quickly stir-fried with fragrant garlic, ginger, fresh chili, and basil or Chinese celery, in a light, spicy, and savory sauce.
Key ingredients
Clams, garlic, ginger, fresh chili, basil/Chinese celery, cooking wine (optional), light soy sauce, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Request no added sugar, no cornstarch. Ensure the sauce is primarily chili, garlic, ginger, and light soy sauce with minimal seasoning.
Say this to the waiter (Chinese)
辣炒花甲，请不要加糖和生粉。酱汁简单点，主要用辣椒、蒜、姜和生抽就好。
For the 辣炒花甲, please no added sugar or cornstarch. Keep the sauce simple: chili, garlic, ginger, and light soy.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in the sauce; use of cornstarch as a thickener. Clams themselves contain minimal 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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