Yukgaejang
Spicy Beef Soup (No Noodles)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no glass noodles (dangmyeon) in the soup. About 8g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Korean food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A spicy, savory soup made with shredded beef, fernbrake (gosari), bean sprouts, green onions, and often egg, in a rich chili-infused beef broth.
Key ingredients
Shredded beef (brisket), fernbrake (gosari), bean sprouts, green onions, garlic, gochugaru (Korean chili powder), soy sauce, sesame oil, beef broth.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no glass noodles (dangmyeon) in the soup. Do not consume any accompanying rice.
Say this to the waiter (Korean)
육개장에는 당면을 넣지 말아 주세요. 밥은 안 먹어요.
For the Yukgaejang, please no glass noodles. I won't be eating the rice.
Watch out for
Glass noodles (dangmyeon) are a common addition. Served with rice. Some restaurants may add a small amount of sugar to balance the spicy broth.
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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