Reba Nira Itame (Keto-Modified)
Liver and Chives Stir-fry (Keto-Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: request the stir-fry sauce to be made with minimal or no added sugar and mirin. About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Japanese food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty stir-fry featuring slices of liver (often pork or chicken) with garlic chives (nira), onions, and a savory sauce. Modified for keto by adjusting the sauce.
Key ingredients
Pork or chicken liver, garlic chives (nira), onions, cooking oil, keto-friendly stir-fry sauce (tamari, dashi, minimal sake, erythritol/monk fruit).
How to make it keto
Request the stir-fry sauce to be made with minimal or no added sugar and mirin. Ensure tamari is used instead of regular soy sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Japanese)
レバニラ炒めは、炒めだれに砂糖やみりんを控えめにするか、なしでお願いします。たまり醤油でお願いします。
For Reba Nira Itame, please make the stir-fry sauce with minimal or no added sugar and mirin. Use tamari soy sauce.
Watch out for
Stir-fry sauces commonly contain sugar, mirin, and regular soy sauce (wheat). Onions contribute some carbs.
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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