魚のあら汁
Clear Fish Bone Broth (Ara-jiru)
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Japanese dishes.
What it is
A traditional clear soup made by simmering fish bones and scraps, typically from white fish like snapper or yellowtail. The result is a rich, umami-laden broth, often served with minimal additions like small pieces of tofu or scallions.
Key ingredients
Fish bones/scraps (e.g., snapper, yellowtail), dashi, water, salt, optional tofu, green onions, ginger.
Optional tweaks
Typically naturally keto-friendly. Confirm no hidden starches or sugary additions are used in the broth preparation.
Say this to the waiter (Japanese)
お出汁に砂糖やでんぷんなどの糖質は入っていませんか？
Is this prepared without any added sugar or starches in the broth?
Watch out for
Rarely, hidden starches or small amounts of sugar might be present in a pre-made dashi base, but generally very low.
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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