炒三鲜
Stir-fried Three Delicacies (Shrimp, Scallops, Squid/Pork, and Vegetables)
Yes, with a tweak: request no cornstarch or sugar in the sauce. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A vibrant stir-fry combining three types of 'fresh' ingredients, typically succulent shrimp, tender scallops, and either fresh squid or lean pork, with various low-carb vegetables like broccoli, bell peppers, or mushrooms. The dish is light, savory, and rich in seafood flavor.
Key ingredients
Shrimp, scallops, squid (or pork), broccoli, bell peppers, mushrooms, garlic, ginger, cooking oil, light soy sauce, white pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no cornstarch or sugar in the sauce. Ensure only low-carb vegetables are used (avoid carrots, bamboo shoots, or water chestnuts, or only in minimal amounts). Ask for light soy sauce only, or use salt as the primary seasoning.
Say this to the waiter (Chinese)
炒三鲜酱汁不要勾芡，不要放糖。蔬菜只用低碳水蔬菜，不要胡萝卜、笋、马蹄。只用生抽或盐调味。
Please make the sauce for 炒三鲜 with no cornstarch or sugar. Use only low-carb vegetables, and season mainly with light soy sauce or salt.
Watch out for
Commonly made with cornstarch as a thickener and sugar in the sauce. Some restaurants may include higher-carb vegetables like bamboo shoots or water chestnuts. Oyster sauce often contains sugar and starch, so specify no oyster 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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