Yudofu
Boiled Tofu Hot Pot
Yes, with a tweak: request dipping sauce without mirin or sugar. About 4g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Simple hot pot dish featuring large cubes of firm tofu gently simmered in dashi broth, often served with a simple dipping sauce.
Key ingredients
Firm tofu, kombu dashi broth, green onions, dipping sauce (soy sauce, citrus).
How to make it keto
Request dipping sauce without mirin or sugar. Ensure no added starchy vegetables (like carrots, potatoes) or noodles. Ask for plain dashi broth.
Say this to the waiter (Japanese)
湯豆腐のつけダレは、みりんや砂糖なしでお願いします。デンプン質の野菜や麺は入れないでください。出汁はプレーンで。
Please ensure the dipping sauce has no mirin or sugar. No starchy vegetables or noodles, please. Plain dashi broth for the Yudofu.
Watch out for
Dipping sauce (ponzu) might contain mirin/sugar. Some dashi broths may have mirin. Be wary of additional vegetables in a restaurant setting.
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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