香菇炒牛肉
Stir-fried Beef with Shiitake Mushrooms
Yes, with a tweak: request no sugar and no cornstarch. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Chinese food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Succulent slices of beef stir-fried with earthy shiitake mushrooms, garlic, and a savory sauce. This dish offers a rich umami flavor from the mushrooms combined with tender beef. Often served as a main dish.
Key ingredients
Beef (flank or sirloin), Fresh or dried shiitake mushrooms, Garlic, Cooking oil, Light soy sauce, Oyster sauce (optional), ShaoXing wine (small amount), Salt, White pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no sugar and no cornstarch. Ask for minimal oyster sauce or a soy-sauce based alternative. Ensure dried mushrooms are not rehydrated in sugar water.
Say this to the waiter (Chinese)
香菇炒牛肉请不要放糖、不要勾芡。蚝油请尽量少放，香菇泡发时不要用糖水。
For the 香菇炒牛肉, please no sugar, no cornstarch, and minimal or no oyster sauce. Confirm mushrooms are not rehydrated in sugar water.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in sauces (especially oyster sauce), cornstarch, carbohydrate content from shiitake mushrooms can be higher in larger portions.
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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