Moyashi Itame
Stir-fried Bean Sprouts
Yes, with a tweak: request no sugar or mirin in the sauce. About 5g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A simple and common Japanese side dish, stir-fried bean sprouts, often with a hint of garlic, salt, and pepper. Can sometimes include a small amount of pork or thinly sliced vegetables.
Key ingredients
Bean sprouts, cooking oil (e.g., sesame oil, canola oil), garlic, salt, black pepper, small amount of soy sauce.
How to make it keto
Request no sugar or mirin in the sauce. Ensure soy sauce is minimal or sugar-free. Opt for plain salt and pepper seasoning if possible. Confirm no high-carb vegetables are added.
Say this to the waiter (Japanese)
豆もやし炒めは、砂糖とみりんなしでお願いします。醤油は少なめか、糖質オフのものを。塩胡椒で味付けし、糖質の高い野菜は入れないでください。
For Moyashi Itame, please make it with no sugar or mirin. Use minimal or sugar-free soy sauce, seasoned with just salt and pepper. No high-carb vegetables.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in soy sauce or seasoning blends, excessive use of mirin, addition of high-carb vegetables (e.g., carrots, bell peppers in some variations).
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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