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Steamed Fish with Soy Sauce (Keto, No Sugary Sauce)
Yes, with a tweak: request no sugar in the soy sauce mixture. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Vietnamese dishes.
What it is
Whole steamed fish (e.g., tilapia, snapper) bathed in a light soy sauce dressing, garnished with fresh ginger, scallions, and sometimes chili. The fish is incredibly tender and moist, offering a clean and savory taste.
Key ingredients
Whole fish, ginger, scallions, soy sauce, sesame oil, chili (optional), cooking oil (for finishing drizzle).
How to make it keto
Request no sugar in the soy sauce mixture. Ensure no MSG with added sugar. Verify the fish is not pre-marinated in a sugary sauce.
Watch out for
Sugar in soy sauce marinade/dressing.
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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