민어구이
Grilled Croaker
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Korean dishes.
What it is
A whole croaker, generously seasoned with salt and black pepper, then grilled until the skin is crispy and the flesh is tender and flaky. This is a naturally keto-friendly dish that requires minimal modification in a restaurant setting.
Key ingredients
Croaker (Min-eo), salt, black pepper, cooking oil (e.g., soybean, canola).
Optional tweaks
Confirm no sugar or starchy marinades are used. Request plain salt and pepper seasoning. Ensure any accompanying dipping sauces are sugar-free or request simple sesame oil with salt.
Say this to the waiter (Korean)
민어구이 양념에 설탕이나 전분은 없죠? 소금, 후추로만 간 해주시고, 찍어 먹는 소스는 설탕 없이 준비해주시거나 참기름장에 소금만 주세요.
Is the 민어구이 marinated without sugar or starch? Please season it simply with salt and pepper. For the dipping sauce, I'd prefer sugar-free, or just sesame oil with salt.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in optional dipping sauces; possibility of starchy coating if deep-fried (rare for 'gui').
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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