Keto Ah Gor Fan (Stuffed Bittergourd with Minced Pork & Fish Paste)
Stuffed Bittergourd with Minced Pork and Fish Paste (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no starchy fillers (e.g., flour, cornstarch) in the stuffing mixture. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Bittergourd rings generously stuffed with a savoury mixture of minced pork and fish paste, then braised or steamed in a light, flavourful broth. The keto modification ensures no starchy fillers in the meat/fish paste and no sugar or thickeners in the sauce, allowing the natural flavours to shine.
Key ingredients
Bittergourd, minced pork, fish paste (ensure starch-free), dried shiitake mushrooms, dried shrimp, light soy sauce (low sodium), white pepper, sesame oil, chicken broth, spring onions (garnish).
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no starchy fillers (e.g., flour, cornstarch) in the stuffing mixture. Ensure the braising or steaming liquid is sugar-free and starch-free.
Watch out for
Starchy fillers in the fish paste or minced meat, hidden sugars/starch in the braising sauce, bittergourd itself contains some carbohydrates.
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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