Vịt Tiềm (Keto - No Starch)
Herbal Duck Soup (Keto - No Starchy Roots)
Yes, with a tweak: request no taro, lotus root, potatoes, or any other starchy root vegetables. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A nourishing and aromatic soup where duck is slow-cooked with traditional Chinese medicinal herbs, creating a flavorful and deeply comforting broth. Traditionally, it might include starchy vegetables like taro or lotus root, which must be omitted for a keto diet.
Key ingredients
Duck, traditional Chinese herbs (e.g., red dates, goji berries, dried longan, dang gui), ginger, garlic, shaoxing wine (optional, often burned off), broth, fish sauce, seasonings.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request no taro, lotus root, potatoes, or any other starchy root vegetables. Confirm no added sugar in the broth. The herbal components themselves are generally low carb, but the broth's base should be clear of high-carb thickeners or sweeteners. Served without rice or noodles.
Watch out for
Inclusion of starchy root vegetables (taro, lotus root, potatoes), hidden sugars in the broth or seasoning, use of high-carb dried fruits in excess.
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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