Tuna Yukke (Keto-Friendly)
Spicy Tuna with Egg Yolk
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Japanese dishes.
What it is
Fresh, sashimi-grade tuna diced and seasoned with soy sauce, sesame oil, and often a hint of garlic or a mild chili paste (if sugar-free), topped with a raw egg yolk. It's a rich, flavorful, and naturally low-carb appetizer.
Key ingredients
Diced sashimi-grade tuna, raw egg yolk, tamari (gluten-free soy sauce), sesame oil, minced garlic, green onions, (optional: sugar-free gochujang or chili flakes).
Optional tweaks
Confirm no added sugar in the seasoning or sauces. If using gochujang, ensure it's a sugar-free variant or request to omit it.
Say this to the waiter (Japanese)
マグロユッケは、調味料やソースに砂糖を使わないでください。コチュジャンはなしでお願いします。
For Tuna Yukke, please ensure no added sugar in the seasoning or sauces. Please omit gochujang.
Watch out for
Some chili pastes (e.g., gochujang) can contain sugar. Ensure no sweet sauces are inadvertently added.
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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