Keto Geonsaewoo Bokkeum
Stir-fried Dried Shrimp with Sugar-Free Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: crucially request a sugar-free stir-fry sauce. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A savory and slightly spicy side dish (banchan) made with small dried shrimp stir-fried with green chili peppers, garlic, and sometimes other vegetables. Modified to ensure a sugar-free sauce.
Key ingredients
Dried shrimp, green chili peppers, garlic, soy sauce (sugar-free), sesame oil, cooking oil, sesame seeds (garnish).
How to make it keto
Crucially request a sugar-free stir-fry sauce. Confirm no other high-carb ingredients are added. This dish is usually made with a touch of sugar in traditional preparations.
Say this to the waiter (Korean)
건새우볶음은 볶음 소스에 설탕 빼고 만들어 주세요. 탄수화물 높은 다른 재료도 안 넣으셨는지 확인 부탁드립니다.
For Geonsaewoo Bokkeum, please use a sugar-free stir-fry sauce. Also, confirm no other high-carb ingredients are added.
Watch out for
Traditional preparations almost always include sugar or corn syrup for glaze. Garlic and green peppers contribute some carbs. Small portion sizes make this manageable.
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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