干煸田鸡
Dry-fried Frog Legs with Dried Chillies
Yes, with a tweak: request no sugar, no starch thickener, and omit peanuts if used. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender frog legs are dry-fried until lightly crispy and tossed with aromatic dried chillies, Sichuan peppercorns, ginger, garlic, and sometimes peanuts. It’s a spicy, savoury, and fragrant dish with a distinct numbing (ma la) sensation.
Key ingredients
Frog legs, dried chillies, Sichuan peppercorns, ginger, garlic, spring onion, light soy sauce, Shaoxing wine (optional), cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Request no sugar, no starch thickener, and omit peanuts if used.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in soy sauce or Shaoxing wine, small carb from ginger/garlic. Peanuts (if included) are higher carb.
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.