豉汁蒸白鳝
Steamed Eel with Black Bean Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: request no sugar and no starch thickening. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Fresh eel, known for its rich flavor and succulent texture, is steamed with a robust sauce made from fermented black beans, garlic, ginger, and sometimes chili. The black bean sauce imparts a deep, savory umami.
Key ingredients
Eel (e.g., white eel), Fermented black beans, Minced garlic, Ginger, Red chilies (optional), Light soy sauce, Cooking oil, ShaoXing wine (small amount), Scallions.
How to make it keto
Request no sugar and no starch thickening. Specify light soy sauce. Fermented black beans themselves have some carbs but are generally fine in moderation.
Say this to the waiter (Chinese)
这道豉汁蒸白鳝，请不要加糖，不要勾芡，用生抽就好。
For the 豉汁蒸白鳝, please no sugar, no starch thickening, and use light soy sauce.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in the sauce, potential starch, fermented black beans contribute 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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