虾米炒丝瓜
Stir-fried Loofah with Dried Shrimp
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Chinese dishes.
What it is
A light and refreshing stir-fry of tender loofah gourd (also known as sponge gourd or angled luffa) with savory dried shrimp. The dried shrimp provides a depth of umami to the mild loofah.
Key ingredients
Loofah gourd, dried shrimp (虾米), garlic, cooking oil, light soy sauce, Shaoxing wine (optional).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugar or cornstarch is added. Specify a generous amount of oil for higher fat content.
Say this to the waiter (Chinese)
虾米炒丝瓜不要放糖，不要勾芡。请多放点油。
For 虾米炒丝瓜, please no sugar and no cornstarch. Add a generous amount of oil.
Watch out for
Minimal; some restaurants might add a tiny pinch of sugar or starch for flavor/texture.
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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