Steamed Tahong sa Luya at Tanglad
Steamed Mussels with Ginger and Lemongrass
Yes, keto as served. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Fresh mussels steamed in a fragrant broth infused with aromatic ginger, lemongrass, garlic, and a touch of fish sauce. A light, flavorful, and naturally low-carb dish.
Key ingredients
Mussels, ginger, lemongrass, garlic, onion, fish sauce, water or broth, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugar or other thickeners are added to the steaming liquid. Request fish sauce with no added sugar if available.
Watch out for
Small amounts of carbs from aromatics (ginger, lemongrass, garlic, onion). Potential hidden sugar in some commercial fish sauces.
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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