Gobo Bata Yaki (Keto-Modified)
Sautéed Burdock Root with Butter (Keto-Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: strictly request no mirin, sugar, or any sweet seasonings in the preparation. About 6g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Japanese food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Thinly sliced burdock root (gobo), a firm and earthy root vegetable, sautéed in butter until tender-crisp. This version is modified to be entirely free of sugar and mirin, allowing the unique, slightly sweet and earthy flavor of the burdock to be the star. A flavorful and distinctive vegetable side.
Key ingredients
Burdock root, butter, salt, black pepper, keto-friendly soy sauce (optional).
How to make it keto
Strictly request no mirin, sugar, or any sweet seasonings in the preparation. Ensure that only a minimal amount of keto-friendly soy sauce (if any) is used.
Say this to the waiter (Japanese)
ごぼうバター焼きは、みりん、砂糖、甘い調味料は使わないでください。醤油も少量か、糖質オフのものを少量でお願いします。
For Gobo Bata Yaki, please use no mirin, sugar, or sweet seasonings. Only a minimal amount of keto-friendly soy sauce, if any.
Watch out for
Burdock root contains moderate carbohydrates, so portion size should be mindful. Traditional 'bata yaki' preparations often include mirin, sugar, or sweetened soy sauce, which must be explicitly avoided.
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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