ケト明太子しらたき/ズッキーニ麺
Keto Mentaiko Shirataki/Zucchini Noodles (Spicy Cod Roe "Pasta")
Yes, with a tweak: substitute traditional wheat pasta with shirataki noodles or zucchini noodles. About 6g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Japanese food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A popular Yoshoku 'pasta' dish reimagined for keto. Shirataki or zucchini noodles are tossed in a creamy, spicy sauce made with mentaiko (spicy marinated cod roe), butter, and heavy cream, offering a rich and savory experience without the high carbs of traditional pasta.
Key ingredients
Shirataki noodles or zucchini noodles, mentaiko (spicy cod roe), butter, heavy cream, soy sauce (low sodium/tamari), garlic, olive oil, optional nori for garnish.
How to make it keto
Substitute traditional wheat pasta with shirataki noodles or zucchini noodles. Ensure no sugar or mirin is added to the sauce. Request plain mentaiko if possible, as some mentaiko might be cured with minimal sugar.
Say this to the waiter (Japanese)
ケト明太子は、パスタの代わりにしらたき麺かズッキーニ麺でお願いします。ソースに砂糖やみりんはなしで。可能なら、味付けしていない明太子でお願いします。
For the Keto Mentaiko, please use shirataki or zucchini noodles, not wheat pasta. No sugar or mirin in the sauce. Plain mentaiko if possible.
Watch out for
Traditional Mentaiko pasta uses wheat-based spaghetti. Some mentaiko sauces can contain mirin or sugar. Shirataki noodles are naturally low carb but restaurants may add high-carb elements.
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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