Keto Chopsuey (Sautéed Mixed Vegetables with Meat/Shrimp)
Yes, with a tweak: request omission of cornstarch or any thickeners. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Filipino food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A vibrant stir-fry of mixed vegetables and protein, re-imagined for keto. This version features a generous portion of low-carb vegetables such as cabbage, bok choy, broccoli, and mushrooms, sautéed with chicken, pork, or shrimp in a savory sauce, free from cornstarch thickeners and added sugars.
Key ingredients
Chicken breast/thighs or pork belly or shrimp, cabbage, bok choy, broccoli florets, mushrooms, bell peppers, garlic, onions, soy sauce (or tamari), fish sauce, black pepper, olive oil.
How to make it keto
Request omission of cornstarch or any thickeners. Confirm no high-carb vegetables like carrots, potatoes, or corn. Ensure no added sugar in the sauce. Specify low-carb vegetables only.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in soy sauce or other seasonings. Cornstarch or other thickeners. High-carb vegetables like carrots, peas, baby corn if not explicitly avoided.
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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