Isda sa Taosi (Keto Modified)
Steamed Fish with Fermented Black Beans (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: request no sugar or cornstarch/other thickeners in the sauce. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A whole steamed fish (often Lapu-Lapu or Maya-Maya) topped with a savory sauce made from fermented black beans, ginger, and garlic. Modified to be free of starch thickeners and added sugar.
Key ingredients
Whole fish (e.g., Lapu-Lapu, Maya-Maya), fermented black beans (taosi), ginger, garlic, low-carb soy sauce, sesame oil, green onions, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Request no sugar or cornstarch/other thickeners in the sauce. Confirm fish is simply steamed.
Watch out for
Starch thickeners in the sauce, hidden sugar in soy sauce or general seasoning.
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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