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Cho Miyeok (Blanched Seaweed Salad with Keto Dressing)
Yes, with a tweak: request 'sugar-free vinegar dressing' (설탕 무첨가 초장/양념) as traditional versions often contain sugar. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Korean dishes.
What it is
Blanched fresh seaweed (usually miyeok or dashima) served as a refreshing side dish, dressed with a tangy and savory vinegar-soy sauce.
Key ingredients
Blanched fresh seaweed, soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, green onions, sesame oil, chili flakes (optional).
How to make it keto
Request 'sugar-free vinegar dressing' (설탕 무첨가 초장/양념) as traditional versions often contain sugar. Ensure no fruit juice or other sweet components are added.
Say this to the waiter (Korean)
설탕 없는 초장으로 해주시고, 과일즙 같은 단 성분은 빼주세요.
Please use a sugar-free vinegar dressing for this, without any fruit juice or other sweet components.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in the vinegar dressing (often called cho-gochujang or chojang, or a simple soy-vinegar mix).
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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