황태 해장국 (Hwangtae Haejangguk)
Dried Pollack Hangover Soup (No Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: this soup is naturally low-carb; the main modification is ensuring no rice is served alongside it, or that any hidden rice flour isn't used as a thickener (rare for… About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A comforting and restorative clear soup made with dried pollack, often served with bean sprouts, tofu, and egg. Known for its savory, clean broth.
Key ingredients
Dried pollack, beef or anchovy broth, bean sprouts, tofu, egg, garlic, green onions, sesame oil, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
This soup is naturally low-carb; the main modification is ensuring no rice is served alongside it, or that any hidden rice flour isn't used as a thickener (rare for this soup, but always good to confirm).
Say this to the waiter (Korean)
황태 해장국은 밥 없이 주시고, 쌀가루 같은 전분 사용 안 하는지 확인 부탁드려요.
For the Hwangtae Haejangguk, please serve without rice, and confirm no rice flour is used as a thickener.
Watch out for
Served with rice on the side; ensure it's omitted. Very rarely, some recipes might use a tiny bit of starch or flour, but generally it's a clear soup.
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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