Paper-wrapped Chicken (Keto Modified)
Deep-fried Chicken in Paper (Low Sugar/No Starch Marinade)
Yes, with a tweak: request the marinade to be low in sugar and contain no starch/cornflour or oyster sauce (which contains starch). About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Individual pieces of chicken (often thigh meat) marinated in a flavourful sauce, then sealed in parchment paper and deep-fried. The paper locks in moisture and infuses the chicken with a unique aroma.
Key ingredients
Chicken thigh, cooking oil, marinade (light soy sauce, ginger, garlic, Chinese wine, sesame oil, white pepper).
How to make it keto
Crucially, request the marinade to be low in sugar and contain no starch/cornflour or oyster sauce (which contains starch). The deep-frying method itself is keto-friendly.
Watch out for
Marinades often contain sugar, starch (for tenderizing), and oyster sauce (which has starch and sugar).
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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