Keto Okinawa Soba (Pork Belly and Shirataki Noodles)
Okinawa Soba with Pork Belly and Shirataki Noodles
Yes, with a tweak: replace traditional wheat noodles with shirataki noodles. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Japanese dishes.
What it is
A keto-adapted version of the Okinawan specialty, featuring tender braised pork belly (rafute-style, sugar-free) and springy shirataki noodles in a rich, flavorful dashi broth, garnished with scallions.
Key ingredients
Pork belly, shirataki noodles, dashi broth, scallions
How to make it keto
Replace traditional wheat noodles with shirataki noodles. Ensure the dashi broth and pork belly braising liquid are made without sugar or mirin. Confirm no high-carb vegetables are added to the broth (e.g., sweet potato).
Say this to the waiter (Japanese)
Keto Okinawa Sobaは、麺を白滝でお願いします。出汁と豚バラの煮汁は砂糖・みりん不使用で、糖質の高い野菜は入れないでください。
For Keto Okinawa Soba, please use shirataki noodles instead of wheat. Ensure the broth and pork braising liquid are sugar-free and mirin-free, with no high-carb vegetables.
Watch out for
Traditional Okinawa soba broth and pork belly are often very high in sugar and mirin. Standard noodles are wheat-based. Beni shoga sometimes contains sugar; use sparingly if at all.
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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