馬刺し
Horse Meat Sashimi (with Keto Soy Sauce)
Yes, with a tweak: request sugar-free soy sauce (or tamari) and ensure no hidden sugars in any accompanying ponzu. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Japanese dishes.
What it is
Thinly sliced raw horse meat, a delicacy especially popular in Kumamoto. Served with grated fresh ginger, garlic, green onions, and a dipping sauce, often a special sweet soy sauce or ponzu.
Key ingredients
Raw horse tenderloin/loin, fresh ginger, garlic, green onions, keto soy sauce (gluten-free tamari or specific low-carb soy sauce), sugar-free ponzu (optional).
How to make it keto
Request sugar-free soy sauce (or tamari) and ensure no hidden sugars in any accompanying ponzu. Confirm the cut is lean for lower fat or fattier for higher fat preferences.
Say this to the waiter (Japanese)
馬刺しは、糖質オフの醤油かたまり醤油、糖質が入っていないポン酢をお願いします。赤身でお願いします。
For 馬刺し, please provide sugar-free soy sauce or tamari, and ensure ponzu has no hidden sugars. I prefer a lean cut.
Watch out for
Traditional dipping sauces for Basashi (especially in Kumamoto) are often significantly sweetened. Regular soy sauce typically contains wheat and some sugar.
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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