Keto Tebasaki (Nagoya-style Chicken Wings with Sugar-Free Glaze)
Nagoya-style Chicken Wings with Sugar-Free Glaze
Yes, with a tweak: the traditional glaze is very sweet; it must be completely replaced with a sugar-free version using keto sweeteners. About 7g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Japanese food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Crispy fried chicken wings, coated in a savory and peppery sugar-free glaze, often garnished with sesame seeds. A distinct Nagoya specialty, modified for keto.
Key ingredients
Chicken wings, sugar-free glaze, sesame seeds, pepper
How to make it keto
The traditional glaze is very sweet; it must be completely replaced with a sugar-free version using keto sweeteners. Ensure no flour coating is used on the wings, or only a light, low-carb dusting.
Say this to the waiter (Japanese)
Keto Tebasakiは、甘いタレではなく、必ず砂糖不使用のタレでお願いします。衣も小麦粉ではなく、低糖質のものでお願いします。
For Keto Tebasaki, please ensure the glaze is completely sugar-free and that no flour coating is used, or only a low-carb dusting.
Watch out for
The defining characteristic of Nagoya Tebasaki is its sweet, sugary glaze. This requires significant modification. Also, some restaurants may lightly flour the wings before frying.
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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