Hone Senbei
Deep-fried Fish Bones
Yes, keto as served. Almost no net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Japanese dishes.
What it is
Crispy, deep-fried fish bones (often from mackerel or horse mackerel), seasoned simply with salt. A crunchy, savory snack rich in calcium and omega-3s, popular in izakayas.
Key ingredients
Fish bones, salt, frying oil
Optional tweaks
Naturally keto; ensure no starchy coating or sugary seasoning is used. Often prepared plain.
Say this to the waiter (Japanese)
骨せんべいは、衣や甘い味付けをしないでください。
For the Hone Senbei, please ensure no starchy coating or sugary seasoning is used.
Watch out for
Possible flour coating (unlikely for traditional hone senbei but always check), sugary seasoning.
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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