Keto Oi Jangajji (설탕 무첨가 오이장아찌)
Keto Pickled Cucumber (Sugar-Free)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure brine is made with a keto-friendly sweetener (e.g., erythritol, stevia) instead of sugar. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A crisp, refreshing side dish of cucumber slices pickled in a sugar-free soy sauce and vinegar brine. Typically served cold as a banchan, offering a tangy and savory flavor profile.
Key ingredients
Cucumber, soy sauce, vinegar, water, erythritol or stevia (keto sweetener), garlic, ginger, chili flakes (optional), sesame seeds.
How to make it keto
Ensure brine is made with a keto-friendly sweetener (e.g., erythritol, stevia) instead of sugar. Confirm no added starch or high-carb vegetables if other pickles are mixed in.
Say this to the waiter (Korean)
오이장아찌 설탕 대신 대체 감미료 쓰시나요? 전분이나 탄수화물 높은 채소는 빼주세요.
Is the Oi Jangajji made with a sugar-free sweetener? Please ensure no added starch or high-carb vegetables.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in the marinade/pickling brine, high-carb vegetables if other pickles are mixed in by the restaurant.
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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