鳥刺し
Chicken Sashimi (with Keto Ponzu)
Yes, with a tweak: request sugar-free ponzu sauce. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Japanese dishes.
What it is
Thinly sliced raw chicken breast or thigh, typically sourced from specific, high-quality, trusted farms. It's usually served with fresh ginger, garlic, green onions, and a soy-based ponzu sauce.
Key ingredients
Raw chicken breast/thigh, fresh ginger, garlic, green onions, sugar-free ponzu sauce (rice vinegar, soy sauce, dashi, citrus juice, erythritol/stevia).
How to make it keto
Request sugar-free ponzu sauce. Ensure no hidden sugars in any accompanying seasonings. Specify chicken breast or thigh if a preference exists.
Say this to the waiter (Japanese)
鳥刺しは、糖質オフのポン酢と、他の薬味も糖質が入っていないか確認をお願いします。鶏むね肉でお願いします。
For 鳥刺し, please provide sugar-free ponzu and ensure no hidden sugars in other seasonings. Chicken breast, please.
Watch out for
Standard ponzu sauce commonly contains mirin or sugar. Regular soy sauce contains wheat (gluten) and some sugar. Always confirm sugar-free options with the restaurant.
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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