Gaeng Hed
Lao Mushroom and Herb Soup
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sticky rice powder or other starchy thickeners are used. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Lao food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A comforting and earthy Lao soup showcasing various mushrooms (often wild varieties), fresh herbs, and fermented fish sauce in a clear, savory broth. It's light yet full of umami.
Key ingredients
Assorted mushrooms, lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves, chilies, fish sauce, lime juice, dill, cilantro, spring onions, water/broth.
How to make it keto
Ensure no sticky rice powder or other starchy thickeners are used. Verify no sugar in the broth.
Say this to the waiter (Lao)
ແກງເຫັດ, ຂໍບໍ່ໃສ່ເຂົ້າຂົ້ວ ຫຼື ແປ້ງຂຸ້ນ. ຂໍບໍ່ໃສ່ນ້ຳຕານໃນນ້ຳແກງເດີ້.
For Gaeng Hed, please ensure no sticky rice powder or other starchy thickeners. No sugar in the broth.
Watch out for
Sticky rice powder as a thickener, hidden sugar 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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