Dongtae Jjim (동태찜)
Steamed Pollock with Spicy Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: the sauce is the primary carb risk. About 9g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Korean food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Flaky frozen pollack (dongtae) gently steamed and served with a vibrant, often spicy, soy-based sauce. Similar to Agujjim but with pollack, it focuses on the tender fish and savory sauce.
Key ingredients
Pollack fillets, soy sauce, gochugaru (red pepper flakes), garlic, ginger, green onions, radishes, anchovy broth, sesame oil.
How to make it keto
The sauce is the primary carb risk. Request a sugar-free sauce. Ensure no corn syrup, fruit purees, or starch thickeners are used in the sauce. Some restaurants might use gochujang, which is high in carbs; request a sauce primarily made with gochugaru instead.
Say this to the waiter (Korean)
동태찜 소스는 설탕 없이 만들어 주시고, 물엿, 과일 퓨레, 전분은 넣지 말아 주세요. 고추장 대신 고춧가루 위주로 부탁드립니다.
For Dongtae Jjim, please make the sauce sugar-free. No corn syrup, fruit purees, or starch thickeners. Use gochugaru, not gochujang.
Watch out for
Spicy sauces frequently contain sugar (corn syrup, fruit purees) and starch thickeners. Gochujang (chili paste) is also a significant carb source. Avoid rice served on the side.
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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