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Useol Jjim (Steamed Beef Tongue with Keto Sauce)
Yes, with a tweak: request 'sugar-free dipping sauce' (설탕 무첨가 양념) or plain salt and sesame oil for dipping. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Korean dishes.
What it is
Tender beef tongue, slow-steamed until succulent, often served sliced with a simple dipping sauce.
Key ingredients
Beef tongue, garlic, ginger, bay leaves, black pepper, simple soy-sesame oil dipping sauce.
How to make it keto
Request 'sugar-free dipping sauce' (설탕 무첨가 양념) or plain salt and sesame oil for dipping. Confirm no starch thickeners or sweet marinades were used in the steaming process.
Say this to the waiter (Korean)
설탕 없는 양념장이나 소금, 참기름만 주세요. 찜에 전분이나 단 양념은 안 쓰였는지 확인 부탁드려요.
I'd like a sugar-free dipping sauce, or just salt and sesame oil. Please confirm no starch or sweet marinade was used to steam it.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in dipping sauces. Some restaurants might use sweet marinades for steaming.
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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