Keto Kung Pao Chicken (No Sugar/Starch)
Kung Pao Chicken (Keto-Modified, No Sugar/Starch)
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely critical to request no sugar, cornstarch, or other thickeners in the sauce. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Malaysian dishes.
What it is
A spicy and savory stir-fry featuring chicken pieces, dried chilies, and peanuts, reimagined for keto by removing all added sugar and cornstarch from the classic Kung Pao sauce.
Key ingredients
Chicken breast/thigh, dried chilies, roasted peanuts, ginger, garlic, spring onion, cooking oil, light soy sauce (sugar-free), dark soy sauce (minimal for color), vinegar, white pepper.
How to make it keto
Absolutely critical to request no sugar, cornstarch, or other thickeners in the sauce. Ensure chicken pieces are not breaded or battered before cooking.
Say this to the waiter (Malay)
Keto Kung Pao Chicken ni, sos mesti tanpa gula, tepung jagung atau bahan pemekat lain. Ayam pun jangan salut tepung.
For Keto Kung Pao Chicken, please no sugar, cornstarch, or thickeners in the sauce. Chicken must not be breaded or battered.
Watch out for
Traditional Kung Pao sauce is very high in sugar and cornstarch; chicken might be breaded. Peanuts contain some carbs.
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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