Pasingaw na Isda (Keto Modified)
Steamed Fish with Ginger & Soy-Vinegar Sauce (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sugar is added to the soy-vinegar sauce. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Filipino dishes.
What it is
A whole or filleted fish, typically a snapper or pompano, steamed until tender. The keto modification involves serving it with a savory sauce made from low-sugar soy sauce, vinegar, ginger, garlic, and often a drizzle of sesame oil, omitting any sugar or cornstarch commonly found in traditional versions.
Key ingredients
Whole fish (e.g., Lapu-lapu, Maya-maya, Pompano), ginger, garlic, low-carb soy sauce, apple cider vinegar (or cane vinegar), water, spring onions, sesame oil, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no sugar is added to the soy-vinegar sauce. Confirm no cornstarch or other thickeners are used in the sauce. Request extra ginger and garlic for flavor.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in commercial soy sauce or pre-made sauces. Cornstarch used as a thickener in restaurant preparations.
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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