菜脯豆腐
Pan-fried Tofu with Preserved Radish and Minced Pork
Yes, with a tweak: request no added sugar in the sauce. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Soft tofu squares pan-fried until golden, topped with a savoury mix of stir-fried preserved radish (chye poh), minced pork, and often an egg scramble. A common and flavourful zi char dish.
Key ingredients
Tofu, preserved radish (chye poh), minced pork, eggs, garlic, chili, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, white pepper, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Request no added sugar in the sauce. Some places might add a touch of corn starch for thickening; request no starch. Ensure generous cooking oil is used.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in sauces, potential corn starch as a thickener.
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.