Keto Sinigang na Hipon (Shrimp Sour Soup with Low-Carb Vegetables)
Keto Sinigang (Shrimp Sour Soup with Low-Carb Vegetables)
Yes, with a tweak: request unsweetened tamarind paste; check for hidden sugars in restaurant's base. About 15g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Filipino food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A modified version of the iconic Filipino sour soup, featuring succulent shrimp in a tangy tamarind-flavored broth. High-carb vegetables like taro and daikon are replaced with keto-friendly options such as radish, eggplant, long green beans (sitaw), and leafy greens like spinach or mustard greens, ensuring a delicious and low-carb experience.
Key ingredients
Shrimp, tamarind paste (unsweetened), green chilies, tomatoes (limited), onions, fish sauce, radish, eggplant, green beans (sitaw), spinach or mustard greens, water or shrimp broth.
How to make it keto
Request unsweetened tamarind paste; check for hidden sugars in restaurant's base. Explicitly omit high-carb vegetables like taro (gabi), daikon (labanos - though radish is okay in moderation), and avoid kangkong if it's on the exclusion list, opting for spinach or mustard greens. Limit tomatoes.
Watch out for
Sugared tamarind paste (common in restaurants). High-carb vegetables like taro, okra, kangkong (if used in large amounts). Tomatoes in large quantities. Hidden sugars in fish sauce or broth.
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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