Dwaeji Guk (No Rice)
Pork Soup (No Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely no rice. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Korean dishes.
What it is
A hearty, milky white pork bone broth slow-cooked with tender slices of pork. Often seasoned with salted shrimp, chives, and chili powder to taste.
Key ingredients
Pork bones, pork slices (e.g., pork shoulder or belly), green onions, garlic, ginger. Seasonings: salted shrimp, chili powder, chives (on the side).
How to make it keto
Absolutely no rice. Request seasoning (salted shrimp, chili paste) on the side to control sugar content if any, or verify they are sugar-free.
Say this to the waiter (Korean)
돼지국밥에 밥은 빼주세요. 새우젓이랑 다대기는 따로 주실 수 있나요? 혹시 설탕이 안 들어간 건가요?
Dwaeji Guk, please. No rice. Can I get the salted shrimp and chili paste on the side? Please confirm they are sugar-free if possible.
Watch out for
Rice is the primary carb, must be omitted. Seasoning pastes can sometimes contain sugar.
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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