Stir-fried Bittergourd with Salted Egg
Yes, keto as served. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A robust stir-fry featuring sliced bittergourd (known for its unique taste) sautéed with savory salted duck egg yolks and whites, garlic, and sometimes a hint of chilli. Naturally low-carb and rich in fat.
Key ingredients
Bittergourd, salted duck eggs, fresh chicken egg, garlic, shallots, chilli padi (optional), cooking oil (e.g., palm oil, lard, or soybean oil), light soy sauce (optional, for seasoning).
Optional tweaks
Typically none needed, but confirm no sugar is added to the seasoning sauce.
Watch out for
Rarely, some restaurants might add a pinch of sugar to balance bitterness or a touch of starch to thicken a sauce (though uncommon for this dish).
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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