Aburaage Yaki
Grilled Fried Tofu Pouch
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Japanese dishes.
What it is
Thin sheets of deep-fried tofu (aburaage) that are lightly grilled until crispy. Often served simply with a dash of soy sauce or grated ginger.
Key ingredients
Aburaage (fried tofu pouches), cooking oil (for grilling), optional: soy sauce, grated ginger.
Optional tweaks
Request plain grilled aburaage with just salt or a sugar-free soy sauce option. Avoid any sweet glazes or sauces.
Say this to the waiter (Japanese)
油揚げ焼きは、塩か糖質オフの醤油だけで焼いてください。甘いタレや味付けは不要です。
For Aburaage Yaki, please grill it plain with just salt or sugar-free soy sauce. No sweet glazes or sauces.
Watch out for
Some aburaage may contain small amounts of residual carbs from the frying process, but generally low. Sweet glazes or dipping sauces can add hidden sugars.
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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