烏賊と梅
Squid with Plum Paste (Keto-Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: request unsweetened umeboshi paste made from pure umeboshi plums, avoiding commercially sweetened variants. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Japanese dishes.
What it is
A refreshing and savory appetizer featuring tender slices of raw or lightly blanched squid combined with a tangy and salty Japanese plum paste (umeboshi paste). It's often garnished with shiso leaf.
Key ingredients
Raw or lightly blanched squid, sugar-free umeboshi paste (pureed umeboshi plums, salt), shiso leaf (optional).
How to make it keto
Request unsweetened umeboshi paste made from pure umeboshi plums, avoiding commercially sweetened variants. Confirm no mirin or sugar is added during preparation.
Say this to the waiter (Japanese)
イカと梅は、甘くない梅干しペーストを使用し、みりんや砂糖は加えないでください。
For 烏賊と梅, please use unsweetened umeboshi paste, and ensure no mirin or sugar is added.
Watch out for
Many commercial umeboshi pastes contain added sugar or mirin for sweetness. Always confirm sugar-free options.
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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