Keto Mulhoe
Keto Spicy Cold Raw Fish Soup (No Noodles/Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: request no added sugar in the broth. About 8g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Korean food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A refreshing and tangy cold soup featuring thinly sliced fresh raw fish, crisp vegetables, and a spicy, icy broth. Prepared without noodles or rice and with a sugar-free broth.
Key ingredients
Assorted raw fish (e.g., flounder, rockfish), cucumber, lettuce, perilla leaves, kelp, gochugaru, garlic, vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, ice water/broth.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request no added sugar in the broth. Ensure no noodles (somen) or rice are served with the dish. Verify no fruit purees are used for sweetness in the broth.
Say this to the waiter (Korean)
물회 국물에 설탕이나 과일 퓨레 넣지 말아 주세요. 소면이나 밥도 같이 나오지 않게 해주세요.
For Mulhoe, please ensure no added sugar or fruit purees in the broth. And no noodles or rice, please.
Watch out for
The cold broth often contains significant amounts of sugar for sweetness and balance. Served traditionally with noodles or rice. High-carb vegetables like pear might be added.
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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