炒鳝鱼 (去淀粉)
Stir-fried Eel with Garlic and Chives (No Starch)
Yes, with a tweak: request no starch (cornstarch or potato starch) in the sauce. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Fresh eel fillets quickly stir-fried with fragrant garlic chives, ginger, and a light savory sauce, expertly prepared without any thickening starch. This is a keto adaptation of a traditional thickened eel dish.
Key ingredients
Eel, garlic chives, ginger, garlic, cooking oil, soy sauce, white pepper, sesame oil.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request no starch (cornstarch or potato starch) in the sauce. Also ensure no added sugar, which is common in many Chinese stir-fry sauces.
Say this to the waiter (Chinese)
炒鳝鱼，酱汁请不要加淀粉和糖。
For the 炒鳝鱼, please ensure no starch or added sugar is used in the sauce.
Watch out for
Traditional versions of this dish often rely heavily on cornstarch for thickening and include sugar. Strict modification is required.
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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