Gaeng Gai
Lao Herbal Chicken Soup
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A clear and aromatic soup featuring chicken pieces simmered with a variety of fresh Lao herbs like lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves, basil, and dill, often including mushrooms.
Key ingredients
Chicken (bone-in or boneless), chicken broth, lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves, shallots, garlic, fish sauce, chilies, mushrooms (e.g., straw mushrooms), basil, dill, cilantro.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sticky rice flour or other starchy thickeners are used. Confirm no added sugar in the broth. Request extra lean chicken if preferred to reduce fat, or conversely, more chicken skin/dark meat for higher fat.
Say this to the waiter (Lao)
Gaeng Gai, bor sai paeng khao niao deuy, bor sai tua chueam a-eun. Bor sai nam taan nai nam soup deuy.
For Gaeng Gai, no sticky rice flour or thickeners. Please confirm no added sugar in the broth.
Watch out for
Potential for starchy thickeners, hidden sugars in broth.
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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