Tsubugai no Shioyaki
Grilled Whelk with Salt
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Japanese dishes.
What it is
Whelk (a type of sea snail) grilled simply with salt, allowing its natural oceanic flavor to shine. Often served as an appetizer at seafood-focused izakayas.
Key ingredients
Whelk, salt, lemon (optional).
Optional tweaks
Confirm no sugar or sweet glazes are used; simple salt grilling is ideal. Served with lemon wedge.
Say this to the waiter (Japanese)
つぶ貝の塩焼きは、砂糖や甘いタレは使わず、塩のみで焼いてください。レモンでお願いします。
For Tsubugai no Shioyaki, please grill it simply with salt. No sugar or sweet glazes, just with a lemon wedge.
Watch out for
Unlikely for this simple preparation, but always confirm no sweet glazes.
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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