Low FODMAP at Momofuku Ko - Fine Dining Guide
Navigate low FODMAP dining at Momofuku Ko in New York City. Tips for communicating dietary needs at this two-Michelin-star restaurant.
✓ Safe Items to Order
| Item | Notes | Modifications |
|---|---|---|
| Fresh Proteins | Various preparations | Request no garlic, ginger okay in small amounts, no soy sauce |
| Simply Prepared Vegetables | Seasonal produce | Request low-FODMAP preparations |
| Rice | Various preparations | FODMAP-safe base |
✗ Items to Avoid
- • Fermented preparations with high-FODMAP bases
- • Regular soy sauce (contains wheat)
- • Miso preparations
- • Garlic-heavy dishes
- • Onion preparations
Example Orders
Counter Dining
- ✓ Contact restaurant in advance
- ✓ Explain dietary restrictions
- ✓ Counter format allows chef communication
Tip: David Chang's style requires careful navigation
About Momofuku Ko
Momofuku Ko is a two-Michelin-star counter restaurant in New York City, part of David Chang’s Momofuku empire. The restaurant offers an inventive tasting menu with Asian influences.
Quick Summary
Best approach: Contact the restaurant in advance. David Chang’s cooking style, with Asian influences and fermented ingredients, requires careful navigation for FODMAP diners.
The Momofuku Challenge
David Chang’s cooking features:
- Fermented ingredients (some high FODMAP)
- Soy sauce (contains wheat)
- Bold Asian flavors
- Creative combinations
However, the counter format allows direct communication with the kitchen.
This guide provides general FODMAP guidance for fine dining. Menu items change regularly. Always confirm ingredients directly with the restaurant.