炒沙虫
Stir-fried Sea Worms with Chives
Yes, with a tweak: request no sugar or starch in the stir-fry sauce. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Chinese dishes.
What it is
A regional delicacy featuring tender, slightly chewy sea worms (peanut worms) stir-fried with fresh chives, garlic, and a light seasoning. High in protein and often considered a gourmet dish in coastal regions.
Key ingredients
Sea worms (沙虫), chives, garlic, ginger, cooking oil, soy sauce, white pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no sugar or starch in the stir-fry sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Chinese)
炒沙虫，麻烦炒汁不要放糖和淀粉。
For the 炒沙虫, please no sugar or starch in the stir-fry sauce.
Watch out for
Potential for added sugar or starch in the sauce.
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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