Keto Buchu Jeon
Garlic Chive Pancake (Flour-Free)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no wheat flour or rice flour. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A savory Korean pancake made predominantly with fresh garlic chives (buchu) and an egg-based binder, pan-fried until the edges are crispy and the center is tender. This keto version completely omits the traditional wheat or rice flour, making it a low-carb alternative.
Key ingredients
Fresh garlic chives (buchu), eggs, water or unsweetened almond milk (minimal), salt, black pepper, cooking oil (for pan-frying). A very small amount of almond or coconut flour might be used for structure in some keto versions, but an egg-only base is ideal.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no wheat flour or rice flour. Ensure the pancake is made with an egg-based binder (preferably egg-only or with minimal keto flours). Confirm any dipping sauce is sugar-free.
Say this to the waiter (Korean)
부추전은 밀가루나 쌀가루 없이 달걀로만 부쳐주세요. 양념장은 설탕이 없는 건가요?
For Buchu Jeon, please use an egg-based binder, no wheat or rice flour. Is the dipping sauce sugar-free?
Watch out for
High carb content from traditional wheat or rice flour batter, sugary dipping sauces.
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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