西葫芦炒鸡丁
Stir-fried Chicken with Zucchini
Yes, with a tweak: request no sugar and no cornstarch in the sauce. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Chinese dishes.
What it is
Lean chicken pieces stir-fried with fresh zucchini, garlic, and a light, savory sauce. A simple and healthy option with good protein and low-carb vegetables.
Key ingredients
Chicken breast/thigh (cubed), zucchini, garlic, ginger, light soy sauce, cooking oil, salt, white pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no sugar and no cornstarch in the sauce. Use minimal light soy sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Chinese)
西葫芦炒鸡丁请不要放糖,不要勾芡,少放生抽。
For the 西葫芦炒鸡丁, please use no sugar, no cornstarch, and minimal light soy sauce.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in soy sauce, cornstarch thickeners.
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.