ケト明太卵焼き
Keto Mentaiko Tamagoyaki (Spicy Cod Roe Omelette)
Yes, with a tweak: request no sugar or mirin (sweet rice wine) in the tamagoyaki egg mixture. About 5g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A flavorful rolled omelette (tamagoyaki) filled with spicy seasoned cod roe (mentaiko). This dish is modified by removing added sugar from the egg mixture, allowing the savory flavors to shine.
Key ingredients
Eggs, dashi broth, mentaiko, soy sauce (low-sodium), optional green onions, keto-friendly oil.
How to make it keto
Request no sugar or mirin (sweet rice wine) in the tamagoyaki egg mixture. Confirm that the mentaiko itself does not have excessive added sugar, though it is usually minimal and acceptable for keto.
Say this to the waiter (Japanese)
卵焼きに砂糖やみりんは入れないでください。明太子にも砂糖が使われていないか確認できますか？
Please make the tamagoyaki without sugar or mirin. Could you also confirm the mentaiko has no added sugar?
Watch out for
Mirin and sugar are typically added to traditional tamagoyaki preparations.
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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