Keto Japchae (with Shirataki Noodles)
Stir-fried Vegetables and Beef with Shirataki Noodles
Yes, with a tweak: insist on shirataki noodles instead of traditional sweet potato glass noodles. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Korean food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A vibrant stir-fry featuring various julienned vegetables (spinach, mushrooms, onions), often with beef, originally made with sweet potato glass noodles. The keto version substitutes these with shirataki noodles and uses a sugar-free savory sauce.
Key ingredients
Shirataki noodles, beef (or other protein), spinach, mushrooms (shiitake, oyster), onions (small amount), bell peppers (small amount), soy sauce (or coconut aminos), sesame oil, garlic.
How to make it keto
Crucially, insist on shirataki noodles instead of traditional sweet potato glass noodles. Confirm the sauce is prepared without any added sugar. Request minimal use of high-carb vegetables like carrots.
Say this to the waiter (Korean)
잡채는 당면 대신 실곤약 면으로 해주세요. 소스에 설탕 추가는 없는지 확인 부탁드립니다. 당근은 조금만 넣어주세요.
For Japchae, please use shirataki noodles, not glass noodles. Ensure the sauce has no added sugar. Minimal carrots, please.
Watch out for
Traditional glass noodles are extremely high in carbohydrates. Marinade and stir-fry sauce are typically very sweet. Higher-carb vegetables (carrots, bell peppers) are often used in generous quantities.
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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