Ikura (単品, Sashimi Style)
Salmon Roe (Sashimi Style)
Yes, with a tweak: ask for it without rice. About 6g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Japanese food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Brilliant orange pearls of salmon roe, rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Served without rice, either in a small dish or on a cucumber slice for a refreshing keto-compliant appetizer.
Key ingredients
Salmon roe (Ikura), often marinated in a mixture of soy sauce, sake, and mirin. Served with a small garnish, sometimes on a cucumber slice.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ask for it without rice. Request clarification on the marinade – ideally, plain Ikura with minimal soy sauce, or confirm no significant mirin/sugar is used. Ask for it served on cucumber slices instead of rice.
Say this to the waiter (Japanese)
いくらはご飯なしで、キュウリのスライスに乗せてください。タレはみりんや砂糖なしで、醤油少なめか確認できますか？
For the Ikura, please serve it without rice, on cucumber slices. Is the marinade plain with minimal soy, or free of mirin and sugar?
Watch out for
Ikura marinade often contains mirin (sugary sake) and sometimes sugar. Always confirm it's served without rice (Gunkan Maki) or other high-carb accompaniments.
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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