Gomtang
Plain Beef Bone Soup (No Rice/Noodles)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no rice or noodles are added. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Korean dishes.
What it is
A rich, milky white soup made by slow-simmering beef bones and various cuts of beef for many hours, resulting in a deeply savory and nourishing broth. Typically served plain, seasoned with salt and pepper.
Key ingredients
Beef bones, beef brisket/flank/other cuts, water, salt, black pepper, green onions (for garnish).
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure no rice or noodles are added. Request extra beef cuts and simply seasoned with salt and pepper. Avoid any 'special' versions that might include other ingredients like potatoes or rice cakes.
Say this to the waiter (Korean)
곰탕에 밥이나 면은 넣지 말아 주세요. 고기 많이, 소금 후추로만 간 해주시고, 다른 재료는 빼주세요.
Please serve Gomtang with no rice or noodles. I'd like extra beef, seasoned simply with salt and pepper, no other ingredients.
Watch out for
Serving with rice or noodles; sometimes establishments may add other non-keto ingredients if not specified.
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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