Gaeng Phet
Lao Red Curry
Yes, with a tweak: request 'no added sugar'. About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Lao food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rich and spicy curry made with coconut milk, red curry paste, and a choice of meat (chicken, beef, pork). Lao red curry often features bamboo shoots and other local vegetables, with a strong herbaceous aroma.
Key ingredients
Coconut milk, red curry paste (chili, lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime, garlic, shallots), meat (chicken/beef/pork), bamboo shoots, mushrooms, basil, fish sauce, (traditionally some sugar).
How to make it keto
Request 'no added sugar'. Be mindful of the vegetable choices; while bamboo shoots are generally acceptable, avoid potatoes or other starchy vegetables if offered. Ask if curry paste contains sugar.
Say this to the waiter (Lao)
ແກງເພັດ ຂໍບໍ່ໃສ່ນໍ້າຕານເພີ່ມ. ຂໍບໍ່ໃສ່ມັນຕົ້ນ ຫຼືຜັກຫົວທີ່ມີແປ້ງ. ເຄື່ອງແກງມີນໍ້າຕານບໍ່?
For Gaeng Phet, please use no added sugar. Please avoid potatoes or starchy vegetables. Does your curry paste contain sugar?
Watch out for
Almost always contains added sugar for balance. Pre-made curry pastes can also contain sugar or other carb fillers. Some vegetables like pumpkin or larger amounts of bamboo shoots can add carbs.
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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