Gyu-tataki
Seared Beef Tataki with Keto Ponzu
Yes, with a tweak: request no mirin or sugar in ponzu sauce; ask for plain soy sauce with lemon or a keto-friendly alternative. About 5g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Thinly sliced, quickly seared beef served rare. Traditionally with a ponzu sauce and sometimes garnishes like sliced onion or daikon.
Key ingredients
Beef sirloin/tenderloin, green onions, optional garlic chips, keto ponzu sauce (soy sauce, citrus juice, dashi, no mirin/sugar).
How to make it keto
Request no mirin or sugar in ponzu sauce; ask for plain soy sauce with lemon or a keto-friendly alternative. Ensure no sugary sauces. Omit any accompanying rice or potato salad.
Say this to the waiter (Japanese)
牛たたきは、ポン酢にみりんや砂糖なしで、または砂糖なしの醤油とレモンで。甘いタレ、ご飯、ポテトサラダは不要です。
For Gyu-tataki, please no mirin or sugar in the ponzu, or just plain soy sauce with lemon. No sugary sauces, rice, or potato salad.
Watch out for
Traditional ponzu sauce contains mirin (sweet sake) and often added sugar. Fried garlic chips may be lightly floured.
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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