Ika Shiokara
Salt-Fermented Squid Guts
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Japanese dishes.
What it is
A pungent and savory delicacy made from squid meat mixed with its own salted and fermented entrails. Served as a small appetizer, known for its strong umami flavor and unique texture.
Key ingredients
Squid, salt, squid liver/guts, a trace amount of rice malt (koji for fermentation).
Optional tweaks
None needed. This dish is naturally very low in carbohydrates.
Watch out for
Minimal sugars from rice malt in the fermentation process, but negligible in a typical small serving.
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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