Goong Yang
Grilled Prawns
Yes, with a tweak: request no sugar in the marinade or basting liquid. About 9g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Lao food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Fresh prawns or shrimp grilled to perfection, often with a light seasoning. A simple yet flavorful seafood option.
Key ingredients
Prawns/shrimp, fish sauce, garlic, white pepper, cooking oil or butter (for grilling).
How to make it keto
Request no sugar in the marinade or basting liquid. Ensure no sweet sauces are basted during grilling. Ask for a sugar-free dipping sauce or just lime wedges.
Say this to the waiter (Lao)
ກຸ້ງເຜົາ, ຂໍບໍ່ໃສ່ນ້ຳຕານໃນເຄື່ອງໝັກ ຫຼື ເຄື່ອງທາ. ບໍ່ໃຫ້ທານ້ຳຊອດຫວານຕອນປີ້ງ. ຂໍແຈ່ວແບບບໍ່ໃສ່ນ້ຳຕານ ຫຼື ໝາກນາວຊອຍກໍພໍ.
Goong Yang, please. No sugar in marinade or basting. No sweet sauces during grilling. Sugar-free dipping sauce, or just lime wedges, please.
Watch out for
Sugar in marinades or basting sauces. Sweet chili dipping sauces often served alongside.
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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