Keto Akamutsu Nitsuke (Sugar-Free)
Simmered Rosy Seabass (Keto-Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely essential to request the 'nitsuke' sauce to be made without sugar or mirin (砂糖不使用, mirin fushiyou). About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Japanese dishes.
What it is
Rosy seabass (Akamutsu) gently simmered in a savory dashi and sugar-free soy sauce broth. This preparation highlights the fish's natural richness without added sugars.
Key ingredients
Akamutsu (rosy seabass), dashi broth, sugar-free soy sauce, sake (optional), ginger slices, green onions.
How to make it keto
Absolutely essential to request the 'nitsuke' sauce to be made without sugar or mirin (砂糖不使用, mirin fushiyou).
Say this to the waiter (Japanese)
赤ムツの煮付けは、煮汁を砂糖とみりんを使わずに作ってください。
For the Akamutsu Nitsuke, please make the nitsuke sauce completely without sugar or mirin.
Watch out for
Traditional nitsuke dishes are heavily sweetened with sugar and mirin. This is the primary carb risk.
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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