Kanpachi Carpaccio (Keto-Modified)
Thin-Sliced Amberjack with Keto Ponzu
Yes, with a tweak: request a sugar-free ponzu sauce. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Japanese dishes.
What it is
Delicately thin slices of fresh amberjack (kanpachi) arranged beautifully and dressed with a savory, tangy, and sugar-free ponzu sauce. Often garnished with finely chopped green onions or other herbs.
Key ingredients
Kanpachi fillet, ponzu sauce (sugar-free tamari, yuzu juice/lemon juice, rice vinegar, dashi), green onions, olive oil (optional).
How to make it keto
Crucially, request a sugar-free ponzu sauce. Traditional ponzu often contains mirin and sugar. Ensure tamari (gluten-free, sugar-free soy sauce) is used. Omit any high-carb garnishes like fried garlic chips.
Say this to the waiter (Japanese)
寒ブリのカルパッチョは、ポン酢を砂糖不使用でお願いします。グルテンフリーで砂糖不使用のたまり醤油を使い、糖質の高い薬味は抜きで。
For Kanpachi Carpaccio, please use a sugar-free ponzu sauce and gluten-free, sugar-free tamari. Omit any high-carb garnishes.
Watch out for
Traditional ponzu contains mirin and sugar. Fried garlic chips or excessive onions/carby garnishes.
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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