꼬막찜
Steamed Cockles
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Korean dishes.
What it is
Fresh cockles are quickly steamed until tender, preserving their natural brininess and delicate texture. Served as a healthy and flavorful seafood dish, often with a simple, light dipping sauce.
Key ingredients
Fresh cockles, optionally served with a dipping sauce of low-sodium sugar-free soy sauce, garlic, green onions, and sesame oil.
Optional tweaks
Request plain steamed cockles. If a dipping sauce is desired, ask for a simple salt/sesame oil mix or a sugar-free soy sauce blend. Avoid any sweet or starchy sauces.
Say this to the waiter (Korean)
양념 없이 찜으로 주세요. 소스는 설탕 없는 간장이나 소금 참기름으로 주시고, 단 소스나 전분 소스는 피해주세요.
Please serve plain steamed. For sauce, offer sugar-free soy sauce or salt with sesame oil, no sweet or starchy sauces.
Watch out for
Dipping sauces can contain sugar. Ensure no sweet marinades or garnishes are used.
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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