미나리 무침
Watercress Salad (Keto Modified Dressing)
Yes, with a tweak: request a sugar-free soy sauce and confirm no added sugar, corn syrup, or fruit purees in the dressing. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Korean dishes.
What it is
Fresh Korean watercress (minari), briefly blanched to tenderize, then tossed with a vibrant, savory, tangy, and subtly spicy dressing. This refreshing banchan (side dish) provides a unique aromatic flavor.
Key ingredients
Minari (Korean watercress), soy sauce (sugar-free), vinegar, minced garlic, sesame oil, sesame seeds, gochugaru (Korean chili powder).
How to make it keto
Crucially, request a sugar-free soy sauce and confirm no added sugar, corn syrup, or fruit purees in the dressing. Ensure only low-carb vegetables are included.
Say this to the waiter (Korean)
미나리 무침은 설탕 없는 간장 쓰고, 설탕이나 과일 퓨레 넣지 마세요. 탄수화물 낮은 채소만 넣어주세요.
For the 미나리 무침, please make the dressing with sugar-free soy sauce and no added sugar or fruit purees. Only low-carb vegetables, please.
Watch out for
Traditional dressings often contain sugar or corn syrup. Restaurants may use regular soy sauce with sugar. Be explicit when ordering.
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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