Chansil (찬실)
Cold Spleen
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Korean dishes.
What it is
A traditional delicacy consisting of blanched and thinly sliced beef spleen, served chilled. It has a distinctive rich, earthy flavor and tender texture, usually with a simple salt and pepper seasoning or a light sugar-free soy dipping sauce.
Key ingredients
Beef spleen, salt, pepper, sugar-free soy sauce
Optional tweaks
Confirm no sugary marinades or sauces. Typically served very plain, making it naturally keto-friendly.
Say this to the waiter (Korean)
혹시 달콤한 양념이나 소스 사용하지 않는지 확인해 주실 수 있나요?
Can you confirm there are no sugary marinades or sauces used?
Watch out for
Potentially sugary dipping sauces, though traditionally served simply.
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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