Kai Jeow (Keto Modified)
Keto Lao Omelette with Herbs
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sugar is added. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Lao dishes.
What it is
A fluffy Lao-style omelette, typically made with eggs, fish sauce, and fresh herbs like cilantro and green onions. For keto, ensure no added sugar, use plenty of healthy cooking oil, and serve plain or with low-carb vegetables on the side.
Key ingredients
Eggs, fish sauce, black pepper, cilantro, green onions, cooking oil (e.g., avocado or coconut oil).
How to make it keto
Ensure no sugar is added. Request extra cooking oil/butter. Confirm no starchy vegetables.
Say this to the waiter (Lao)
ໄຂ່ເຈียว ຂໍບໍ່ໃສ່ນ້ຳຕານ. ໃສ່ນ້ຳມັນໃຫ້ຫຼາຍຂຶ້ນ. ບໍ່ໃສ່ຜັກທີ່ເປັນທາດແປ້ງ.
For Kai Jeow, no sugar, please. Add extra cooking oil. No starchy vegetables.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in fish sauce (ask for no sugar), restaurant may add sugar for browning or flavor.
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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