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Stir-fried Bitter Gourd with Pork Ribs
Yes, with a tweak: request 'no starch' (勾芡) and 'no added sugar' (不要放糖) in the sauce. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A rustic dish featuring bitter gourd slices stir-fried with tender pork ribs, often with fermented black beans or tau cheo (fermented soybean paste) for an umami depth.
Key ingredients
Bitter gourd, pork ribs (often pre-cooked or pre-fried), garlic, ginger, fermented black beans (or tau cheo), light soy sauce, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Request 'no starch' (勾芡) and 'no added sugar' (不要放糖) in the sauce. Ensure no added potatoes or other starchy vegetables, which can sometimes appear in 'pork rib' dishes.
Watch out for
Starch/sugar in sauce, some restaurants might coat pork ribs in cornstarch for tenderness before stir-frying (verify this can be omitted).
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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