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Steamed Salted Fish with Pork Belly
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Vietnamese dishes.
What it is
An intensely savory and aromatic dish featuring a whole piece of heavily salted fish (such as mackerel or snapper) steamed with slices of fatty pork belly, ginger, and black pepper. This rich, pungent dish is designed to be eaten in small portions, often with rice, but is excellent on its own for keto.
Key ingredients
Salted fish, pork belly, ginger, garlic, black pepper, cooking oil, sometimes wood ear mushrooms or eggs.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no added starch or sugar, which are not traditionally part of this dish and would be an unusual addition. Confirm no other high-carb fillers.
Watch out for
Unlikely to have significant carbs, but always confirm no added starch or sugar. Some natural carbs from garlic and ginger.
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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