葱爆牛肉
Stir-fried Beef with Scallions and Onions
Yes, with a tweak: request no sugar or cornstarch in the marinade or sauce. About 5.5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Singaporean dishes.
What it is
A popular Zi Char dish featuring thinly sliced beef stir-fried quickly with a generous amount of fresh scallions and onions, creating a fragrant and savory aroma. The beef is typically tenderized and coated in a light sauce.
Key ingredients
Beef slices, scallions, onions, ginger, garlic, light soy sauce, shaoxing wine, sesame oil, black pepper, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Request no sugar or cornstarch in the marinade or sauce. Ensure that no thickeners are used. Ask for low-carb soy sauce if available, or minimal use of regular soy sauce.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in marinade/sauce, cornstarch as thickener, relatively higher carb content from onions/scallions if excessive (still low carb).
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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