腐竹炒丝瓜
Stir-fried Sponge Gourd with Tofu Skin
Yes, with a tweak: request no sugar or cornstarch in the sauce. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Chinese food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A light and refreshing vegetarian stir-fry featuring tender sponge gourd (loofah) and protein-rich tofu skin, seasoned with garlic and a light savory sauce.
Key ingredients
Sponge gourd (丝瓜), dried tofu skin (腐竹), garlic, cooking oil, light soy sauce, salt
How to make it keto
Request no sugar or cornstarch in the sauce. Ensure tofu skin is not deep-fried or sweetened.
Say this to the waiter (Chinese)
这道菜的酱汁不要糖和淀粉。请问腐竹没有炸过或加糖吗？
For the sauce, no sugar or cornstarch, please. Is the tofu skin (腐竹) not deep-fried or sweetened?
Watch out for
Hidden sugar or cornstarch in sauce. Some tofu skin products may contain small amounts of starch or sugar.
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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