虾枣 (Keto Modified - No Starch/Flour)
Prawn Rolls (Keto Modified - No Starch/Flour)
Yes, with a tweak: request no cornstarch, flour, or other starchy binders in the prawn and pork mixture. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Singaporean dishes.
What it is
Handmade rolls typically consisting of minced prawns and pork, seasoned with spices, wrapped in beancurd skin, and deep-fried until golden and crispy. Keto modification ensures no starch or flour is used in the filling or as a coating.
Key ingredients
Prawns, minced pork, beancurd skin, eggs, water chestnuts (minimal for texture), carrots (minimal for color), seasonings (salt, pepper, sesame oil, white pepper), cooking oil for frying.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request no cornstarch, flour, or other starchy binders in the prawn and pork mixture. Limit or omit water chestnuts and carrots as they contribute carbs.
Watch out for
Hidden starch/flour in the filling or as a coating. Small amounts of carbs from water chestnuts and carrots if not omitted. Frying oil can be high.
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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