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Steamed Fish with Ginger and Scallions (served without rice)
Yes, with a tweak: omit the side of rice. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Vietnamese dishes.
What it is
A delicately steamed whole fish, infused with the vibrant aromas of fresh ginger and crisp scallions, drizzled with a light, savory, and modified soy-based sauce.
Key ingredients
Whole fish, generous amounts of fresh ginger, scallions, soy sauce, sesame oil, cooking oil (for hot oil drizzle), black pepper.
How to make it keto
Omit the side of rice. Request that the steaming sauce be prepared without any added sugar. Inquire about the ingredients of the soy sauce used, as some brands contain sugar or wheat fillers.
Watch out for
Sugar in the steaming sauce, potential hidden sugars or wheat in some soy sauce brands, and the accompanying rice.
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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