辣椒炒肉
Spicy Stir-fried Pork with Chili
Yes, with a tweak: ask for 'no sugar' (不要放糖) and 'no starch/thickener' (不要勾芡). About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A robust Hunan-style stir-fry featuring thinly sliced pork (often belly) and a generous mix of fresh green and red chilies, garlic, and a savory, spicy sauce.
Key ingredients
Pork (belly or lean), fresh chilies (green/red), garlic, ginger, light soy sauce, cooking oil, salt.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ask for 'no sugar' (不要放糖) and 'no starch/thickener' (不要勾芡). Emphasize simple seasoning. Choose light soy sauce over dark for lower carbs.
Say this to the waiter (Chinese)
辣椒炒肉请不要放糖，不要勾芡。用生抽简单调味就好。
For the 辣椒炒肉, please use no sugar and no starch. Season simply, and use light soy sauce only.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in sauce (very common), starch/cornstarch for thickening, dark soy sauce, sweet bean paste (if used).
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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