Canh Khổ Qua Nhồi Thịt
Bitter Melon Soup with Stuffed Pork
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Vietnamese dishes.
What it is
Whole bitter melons generously stuffed with seasoned ground pork, simmered in a light, savory, and clear broth. A comforting and naturally low-carb Vietnamese classic.
Key ingredients
Bitter melon, ground pork, wood ear mushrooms, fish sauce, black pepper, garlic, scallions, chicken broth, cooking oil.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugar is added to the broth or the pork stuffing. Confirm the pork stuffing does not contain significant carb-based binders like rice or glass noodles.
Watch out for
Small amounts of sugar in seasoning or broth. Some recipes might use a minimal amount of starch/rice as a binder in the pork, but usually negligible for a restaurant portion.
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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