菜脯蒸鱼
Steamed Fish with Pickled Radish
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Chinese dishes.
What it is
A whole steamed fish or fish fillets topped with savory, salty preserved daikon radish (菜脯), fresh ginger, garlic, and spring onion. The pickled radish adds a unique salty crunch and intense flavor without significant carbs.
Key ingredients
Whole fish or fish fillets (e.g., cod, tilapia, snapper), preserved daikon radish (菜脯), ginger, garlic, spring onion, light soy sauce, sesame oil.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugar or cornstarch is added to the steaming liquid or topping sauce. Some preserved radishes can have added sugar, so verify or opt for a less sweet variety if possible.
Say this to the waiter (Chinese)
菜脯蒸鱼的蒸汁和酱汁都不要放糖，不要勾芡。菜脯请用不甜的那种。
For the 菜脯蒸鱼, please ensure no sugar or cornstarch in the steaming liquid or sauce. Please use a less sweet preserved radish if possible.
Watch out for
Possible added sugar in the preserved daikon radish. Minor carb contribution from light soy sauce.
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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