Chanko Nabe
Sumo Hot Pot (Keto-Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: request no sugar or mirin in the broth base. About 8g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Japanese food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty hot pot dish traditionally eaten by sumo wrestlers, packed with various meats, seafood, and vegetables simmered in a flavorful dashi broth. Highly customizable for keto.
Key ingredients
Dashi broth, assorted meats (chicken, pork belly, beef), seafood (fish, shrimp), firm tofu, shirataki noodles, low-carb vegetables (napa cabbage, bok choy, spinach, mushrooms, zucchini), green onions.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request no sugar or mirin in the broth base. Avoid high-carb vegetables like potatoes, carrots, daikon radish, and corn. Opt for shirataki noodles instead of udon/ramen/rice. Focus on leafy greens, mushrooms, and protein sources.
Say this to the waiter (Japanese)
ちゃんこ鍋は、だしに砂糖やみりんを入れないでください。芋、人参、大根、とうもろこしなど糖質の高い野菜は入れないでください。麺はしらたきにできますか？
For Chanko Nabe, please make the broth without sugar or mirin. No high-carb vegetables like potato, carrot, daikon, or corn. Shirataki noodles instead of rice or flour noodles.
Watch out for
Sugary broth bases (mirin, sugar), high-carb vegetables, noodles or rice traditionally served at the end.
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.
