Ginisang Upo with Pork and Shrimp
Sautéed Bottle Gourd with Pork and Shrimp
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no sugar is added. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Bottle gourd (upo) sautéed with ground pork and shrimp, seasoned with garlic, onions, and fish sauce. Upo is a mild-flavored gourd, making this a light and refreshing dish that's easily keto-friendly.
Key ingredients
Bottle gourd (upo), ground pork, shrimp, garlic, onion, fish sauce (patis), cooking oil, water or broth.
How to make it keto
Confirm no sugar is added. Request generous portions of pork/shrimp and less upo if desired to lower carb count further. A common restaurant dish, ask for minimal sauce if thickened with cornstarch (unlikely for this dish, but always good to check).
Watch out for
Upo contains moderate carbs. Restaurants may add sugar for flavor balance. Onions and garlic contribute trace 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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