Okay, be honest with me… how many times have you promised yourself “no takeout this week” only to cave when the craving for orange chicken or lo mein hits? Yeah, same here. But here’s the good news: you can whip up low-carb Chinese takeout copycats right in your kitchen.
And let me tell you, they’re not just guilt-free, they’re actually fun to make. Think of it like decorating a room—except instead of picking curtains, you’re tossing cauliflower rice into a sizzling wok. Both involve a little creativity, a lot of personal taste, and in the end—you get cozy vibes (and in this case, dinner!).
Ready? Grab your chopsticks (or a fork, no judgment here) and let’s build your new low-carb favorites.
1. Low-Carb Cauliflower Fried Rice

Fried rice is like the throw pillow of Chinese food—it works with everything. And yes, cauliflower rice is the sneaky stand-in that makes it low-carb but still crazy satisfying.
🥢 What You’ll Need
- 3 cups cauliflower rice (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (or coconut aminos for paleo)
- 2 eggs, scrambled
- 1 cup diced veggies (carrots, peas, bell peppers)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
🍳 Step-by-Step
- Heat sesame oil in a skillet.
- Toss in garlic and veggies, sauté until softened.
- Add cauliflower rice and cook for 5 minutes.
- Stir in soy sauce and scrambled eggs.
- Garnish with green onions.
💡 Why You’ll Love It
It’s quick, colorful, and tastes like your favorite fried rice but won’t leave you feeling like you need a nap after. IMO, it’s the perfect starter recipe if you’re new to low-carb cooking.
2. Keto Orange Chicken

You know that sweet, sticky sauce from Panda Express? This is the low-carb glow-up version. Crispy chicken, tangy orange, zero sugar crash.
🥢 What You’ll Need
- 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
- 1 cup almond flour
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup orange juice (fresh squeezed)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp monk fruit sweetener
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
🍳 Step-by-Step
- Coat chicken cubes in almond flour.
- Pan-fry in olive oil until golden.
- In another pan, simmer orange juice, soy sauce, monk fruit, and ginger.
- Toss chicken in sauce until coated.
- Serve with broccoli or cauliflower rice.
💡 Why You’ll Love It
It’s takeout without the carb crash. The sauce has that glossy, restaurant-style finish that makes you feel fancy. I once made this for friends and they legit thought it was delivery.
Image Prompt: Crispy orange chicken bites glazed in shiny sauce, topped with sesame seeds, served on a white plate with broccoli on the side.
3. Egg Roll in a Bowl (Low-Carb Style)

Egg rolls are amazing… until you remember the deep-fried wrapper. Enter: egg roll in a bowl. All the flavor, none of the carb-y guilt.
🥢 What You’ll Need
- 1 lb ground pork (or turkey)
- 1 bag coleslaw mix (shredded cabbage + carrots)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp ginger, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
🍳 Step-by-Step
- Cook ground pork in a skillet until browned.
- Add garlic and ginger, sauté for 1 minute.
- Stir in coleslaw mix and soy sauce.
- Cook until cabbage softens but stays a little crunchy.
- Drizzle sesame oil on top.
💡 Why You’ll Love It
It’s one-pan magic, minimal cleanup, and you can eat it straight from the skillet while binge-watching Netflix. (Don’t worry, no judgment.)
4. Low-Carb Beef & Broccoli

Classic. Iconic. And ridiculously easy to make keto-friendly.
🥢 What You’ll Need
- 1 lb beef strips (flank steak works best)
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional but yum)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
🍳 Step-by-Step
- Heat oil in a skillet.
- Cook beef strips until browned. Remove.
- Toss broccoli into the same pan, stir-fry until tender-crisp.
- Add beef back in with soy sauce, garlic powder, and oyster sauce.
- Serve hot.
💡 Why You’ll Love It
The beef is juicy, the broccoli soaks up all that garlicky sauce, and it feels way fancier than the 15 minutes it takes.
5. Keto General Tso’s Chicken

This one’s bold, saucy, and just the right amount of spicy.
🥢 What You’ll Need
- 1 lb chicken thighs, cubed
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sriracha
- 2 tbsp erythritol (or monk fruit)
🍳 Step-by-Step
- Dredge chicken in almond flour.
- Pan-fry until crispy.
- Mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, sriracha, and erythritol in a saucepan.
- Toss chicken in sauce until sticky.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
💡 Why You’ll Love It
Spicy, sweet, and downright addictive. Honestly, I could eat this three nights in a row and not complain.
6. Keto Lo Mein with Shirataki Noodles

Yes, noodles can be low-carb! Shirataki noodles are weird at first (kinda rubbery if you don’t prep them right), but trust me, they work like a charm here.
🥢 What You’ll Need
- 1 pack shirataki noodles
- 1 cup sliced bell peppers
- 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp ginger
- 1 tsp sesame oil
🍳 Step-by-Step
- Rinse shirataki noodles and boil for 3 minutes.
- Stir-fry veggies in sesame oil.
- Add noodles, soy sauce, and ginger.
- Toss until everything looks glossy.
💡 Why You’ll Love It
You get the noodle fix without blowing your carb budget. Pro tip: let the noodles sit in the sauce for a few minutes—they absorb more flavor.
🥢 Wrapping It Up
So there you have it: your own lineup of low-carb Chinese takeout copycats that can easily compete with your local delivery menu. These recipes save you money, cut the carbs, and still give you those bold, cozy flavors you crave.
Honestly, I keep a bag of cauliflower rice and a bottle of soy sauce on standby just for these nights. And who doesn’t love the bragging rights of saying, “Oh yeah, I made this at home” when it looks (and tastes) like restaurant food?
Try one this week, and I promise you’ll wonder why you ever paid extra for delivery fees.
Final Thought: Next time the craving hits, skip the app and head to your kitchen. Your low-carb lifestyle (and your wallet) will thank you.
Andreas – Keto recipe creator who lost 40lbs and discovered his love for low-carb cooking. 300+ tested recipes | 5 years of keto experience | Real food for real people. No certifications, just results that taste amazing!