깍두기 (Ggakdugi)
Cubed Radish Kimchi
Yes, with a tweak: request if possible that minimal to no sugar is used in the preparation. About 8g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Korean food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A type of kimchi made with cubed Korean radish, fermented in a spicy and savory brine. Provides probiotics and a tangy crunch to any meal.
Key ingredients
Korean radish, gochugaru, garlic, ginger, green onions, jeotgal (salted fermented seafood), small amounts of glutinous rice flour or sugar in traditional recipes
How to make it keto
Request if possible that minimal to no sugar is used in the preparation. Be aware that most commercial kimchi will have some amount of added sugar and potentially a small amount of glutinous rice flour for binding/fermentation. Consume in moderation.
Say this to the waiter (Korean)
깍두기는 설탕 없이 만들어 주시거나 최대한 적게 넣어주세요.
For Ggakdugi, please prepare it with minimal to no sugar.
Watch out for
Added sugar in the seasoning paste, glutinous rice flour as a binder, natural sugars in the radish itself which can be concentrated through fermentation.
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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