Yongbongtang (용봉탕)
Turtle and Chicken Soup
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Korean dishes.
What it is
A traditional, highly nutritious and expensive soup made with softshell turtle and chicken, often slow-cooked with ginseng and other medicinal herbs. It features a clear, hearty broth. Ensure no rice or noodles are added.
Key ingredients
Softshell turtle, whole chicken, ginseng, jujube, garlic, ginger, green onion, salt, black pepper, water.
Optional tweaks
Confirm no added sugar or starch thickeners are used. Ensure no rice or noodles are served with it. Request a clear broth without any carb-rich additions.
Say this to the waiter (Korean)
용봉탕은 설탕이나 전분 넣지 마시고, 밥이나 면, 기타 탄수화물 많은 재료는 빼주세요.
For Yongbongtang, please ensure no added sugar or starch. No rice, noodles, or other carb-rich additions.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in some restaurant preparations (though typically rare for this type of medicinal soup), watch for starches if served as a thickener, or the addition of high-carb vegetables beyond the usual aromatics.
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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