Hotate Tataki
Seared Scallops with Keto Ponzu Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: ensure scallops are seared plain with minimal oil, salt, and pepper. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Japanese dishes.
What it is
Large, fresh scallops lightly seared on the outside, leaving the inside rare and tender. Typically served sliced with a ponzu dipping sauce, modified for keto.
Key ingredients
Fresh scallops, cooking oil, sea salt, black pepper, keto ponzu sauce (sugar-free soy sauce, dashi, citrus juice, dash of vinegar), optional garnish like finely sliced green onion.
How to make it keto
Ensure scallops are seared plain with minimal oil, salt, and pepper. Request a sugar-free ponzu sauce, or opt for plain lemon juice and salt.
Say this to the waiter (Japanese)
帆立たたきは、油を控えめに、塩胡椒で焼いてください。ポン酢は砂糖抜きか、レモンと塩でお願いします。
For the Hotate Tataki, please sear the scallops plain with minimal oil, salt, and pepper. I'd like sugar-free ponzu, or just lemon and salt.
Watch out for
Traditional ponzu sauce often contains mirin or sugar. Confirm the sauce is keto-compliant.
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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