姜葱炒牛肉
Stir-fried Beef with Ginger and Scallions
Yes, with a tweak: crucially request no sugar and no cornstarch for tenderizing or thickening. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A popular Cantonese stir-fry where tender slices of beef are quickly cooked with abundant fresh ginger and green onions, imparting a pungent and aromatic flavor. The sauce is typically light and savory, often served without rice.
Key ingredients
Beef (flank or sirloin), Ginger, Scallions, Cooking oil, Light soy sauce, ShaoXing wine (small amount), Salt, White pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially request no sugar and no cornstarch for tenderizing or thickening. Ask for minimal oyster sauce (if used) or ensure it's made without. Specify light soy sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Chinese)
这道姜葱炒牛肉，请不要放糖、不要勾芡。用生抽，蚝油请尽量少放或不放。
For the 姜葱炒牛肉, please no sugar and no cornstarch. Use light soy sauce and minimal or no oyster sauce.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in sauces (especially oyster sauce), cornstarch for tenderizing beef or thickening 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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