西芹炒虾仁
Stir-fried Prawns with Celery
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Chinese dishes.
What it is
Succulent prawns stir-fried with crisp celery slices and garlic in a light, savory sauce. Naturally low in carbs when prepared without starch or sugar, highlighting the freshness of the ingredients.
Key ingredients
Prawns, celery, garlic, ginger, cooking oil, light soy sauce, white pepper.
Optional tweaks
Request no sugar, no cornstarch/thickener in the sauce. Ensure minimal use of high-carb vegetables if any other vegetables are added.
Say this to the waiter (Chinese)
西芹炒虾仁，酱汁请不要放糖，不要勾芡。其他蔬菜请尽量少放，谢谢。
For 西芹炒虾仁, please make the sauce with no sugar and no cornstarch. Keep other vegetables to a minimum.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in sauces (e.g., oyster sauce, soy sauce), cornstarch for thickening. Certain restaurants might add carrots or peas which are higher in carbs.
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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