苦瓜炒牛肉
Stir-fried Beef with Bittergourd
Yes, with a tweak: request no corn starch for thickening the sauce or marinating the beef. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Singaporean food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A robust stir-fry featuring tender slices of beef and bittergourd, stir-fried with garlic, black bean sauce (optional), and sometimes chilli. The bitterness of the gourd provides a unique contrast to the savoury beef.
Key ingredients
Beef slices, bittergourd, garlic, ginger, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce (for colour), cooking oil, black bean paste (optional).
How to make it keto
Request no corn starch for thickening the sauce or marinating the beef. Ask for no added sugar in the sauce or marinade. If using black bean paste, ask for a small amount as it can contain sugar and starch.
Watch out for
Starch used to tenderize beef or thicken sauce. Sugar in marinades and sauces (soy sauce, oyster sauce, black bean paste).
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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