Keto Jjukkumi Sukhoe (쭈꾸미 숙회)
Boiled Small Octopus with Keto Dipping Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: request no cho-gochujang (sweet chili vinegar sauce). About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Korean dishes.
What it is
Small octopus boiled until tender, served with a simple savory dipping sauce. This dish highlights the natural flavor and texture of the octopus. Traditionally, it's served with a sweet and spicy cho-gochujang, which must be replaced with a keto alternative.
Key ingredients
Small octopus, soy sauce (sugar-free), sesame oil, garlic, green onions, red pepper flakes (optional), vinegar.
How to make it keto
Request no cho-gochujang (sweet chili vinegar sauce). Ask for a plain soy sauce-based dipping sauce with sesame oil, garlic, and a touch of vinegar, ensuring no sugar is added.
Say this to the waiter (Korean)
쭈꾸미 숙회는 초고추장 없이 주세요. 간장, 참기름, 마늘, 식초로 만든 소스에 설탕은 빼주세요.
For Jjukkumi Sukhoe, please no cho-gochujang. I'd like a plain soy sauce dip with sesame oil, garlic, and vinegar, no sugar.
Watch out for
Sweetened dipping sauces (cho-gochujang) are high in sugar. Ensure sauce is explicitly sugar-free.
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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