蒜蓉开边虾
Steamed Split Prawns with Garlic
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Chinese dishes.
What it is
Whole large prawns, butterflied and steamed, topped generously with fragrant minced garlic, green onions, and a light savory dressing. A simple, elegant, and naturally low-carb seafood dish.
Key ingredients
Whole large prawns (head-on, split), minced garlic, green onions, light soy sauce, cooking oil (often a drizzle of hot oil at the end).
Optional tweaks
Ensure the light soy sauce is low-sugar (or request a sugar-free alternative). No added sugar should be used in the dressing.
Say this to the waiter (Chinese)
蒜蓉开边虾请用低糖生抽，调味汁不要加糖。
For 蒜蓉开边虾, please use low-sugar light soy sauce and no added sugar in the dressing.
Watch out for
Sugar in soy sauce/dressing.
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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