Ensaladang Pako (with Salted Egg)
Fern Salad with Salted Egg
Yes, keto as served. About 8g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Filipino food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A refreshing salad made from blanched fiddlehead ferns (pako), fresh tomatoes, and red onions, topped with slices of salted duck egg, dressed with a simple vinegar-based vinaigrette.
Key ingredients
Fiddlehead ferns (pako), fresh tomatoes, red onion, salted duck egg, vinegar (cane or apple cider), fish sauce, black pepper, a touch of olive oil.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugar is added to the vinaigrette. Request dressing on the side to control portion.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in commercially prepared vinaigrettes.
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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