Ojingeo Bokkeum (Sugar-Free)
Spicy Squid Stir-fry (Keto Sauce)
Yes, with a tweak: request a sugar-free sauce (using keto sweetener instead of sugar/corn syrup) and no starch thickener. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Korean food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender squid stir-fried with an array of vegetables like bell peppers, onions, and cabbage in a spicy, savory sauce. This keto-friendly version ensures a sugar-free gochujang-based sauce and no starch thickeners.
Key ingredients
Squid, bell peppers, onions, cabbage, gochugaru, garlic, ginger, soy sauce (or tamari), sesame oil, keto-friendly sweetener, water/broth.
How to make it keto
CRITICAL: Request a sugar-free sauce (using keto sweetener instead of sugar/corn syrup) and no starch thickener. Request no rice.
Say this to the waiter (Korean)
오징어볶음은 소스를 설탕 없이, 전분 넣지 말고 만들어 주세요. 밥은 안 먹어요.
For Ojingeo Bokkeum, please make the sauce sugar-free with no starch thickener. And no rice.
Watch out for
Traditional sauce is very high in sugar and often thickened with starch. Vegetables like onions and carrots contribute carbs.
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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