Stir-fried Eggplant with Minced Pork (No Starch/Low Sugar Sauce)
Yes, with a tweak: request no cornstarch or other thickeners in the sauce. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Soft, tender eggplant slices stir-fried with savory minced pork, garlic, and chilli in a flavorful, yet keto-friendly sauce. The eggplant absorbs the rich flavors and oil during cooking.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, minced pork, garlic, chilli padi (optional), cooking oil, dark soy sauce (check for sugar), light soy sauce, white pepper, a touch of water or broth.
How to make it keto
Request no cornstarch or other thickeners in the sauce. Ask for minimal or no added sugar in the sauce. Ensure the dark soy sauce used is low in sugar, as many brands contain it.
Watch out for
Eggplant itself contains some carbs (monitor portion size), hidden sugar and starch in the stir-fry sauce. Some dark soy sauces can be high in 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.