Braised Sea Cucumber with Mushrooms
Braised Sea Cucumber with Shiitake Mushrooms and Broccoli (No Starch)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no starch/cornflour is used to thicken the braising sauce. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Singaporean dishes.
What it is
A luxurious and often celebratory dish featuring tender, rehydrated sea cucumber braised to perfection with rich shiitake mushrooms, typically served with blanched greens like broccoli.
Key ingredients
Sea cucumber, shiitake mushrooms, broccoli, superior broth (chicken/pork), ginger, garlic, light soy sauce, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Ensure no starch/cornflour is used to thicken the braising sauce. Request low sugar in the sauce. Confirm greens served are keto-friendly (like broccoli or bok choy).
Watch out for
Braising sauces are very commonly thickened with cornstarch. Hidden sugar in the sauce. Some greens like peas might be included inadvertently.
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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