鯛の酒蒸し
Sea Bream Steamed in Sake
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Japanese dishes.
What it is
A delicate and simple preparation of sea bream (tai) gently steamed with sake, salt, and sometimes kombu (kelp) to enhance its natural flavors. The alcohol evaporates during cooking, leaving a subtle aroma. It is often garnished with green onions or fresh ginger.
Key ingredients
Sea bream fillet, sake, salt, kombu (kelp), green onions, fresh ginger.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no additional sweet marinades or sauces are used. This dish is usually served plain or with an optional drizzle of keto-friendly soy sauce (tamari).
Say this to the waiter (Japanese)
鯛の酒蒸しは、甘い下味やタレは使わないようお願いします。
For 鯛の酒蒸し, please ensure no additional sweet marinades or sauces are used.
Watch out for
Very low carb risk. Some restaurants might add a minuscule amount of mirin to the steaming liquid, but the carbs are typically negligible as most sugars evaporate with the alcohol.
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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