Keto Khao Piak Sen (with Shirataki Noodles)
Lao Chicken Noodle Soup with Shirataki Noodles
Yes, with a tweak: eSSENTIAL: Explicitly request shirataki noodles (konjac noodles) instead of traditional rice noodles. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Lao dishes.
What it is
A comforting Lao-style noodle soup, traditionally made with thick rice noodles. This keto version substitutes shirataki noodles for the rice noodles, served in a rich chicken broth with shredded chicken, fried garlic, and fresh herbs, offering a low-carb alternative without sacrificing flavor.
Key ingredients
Chicken broth, shredded chicken, shirataki noodles, fried garlic, cilantro, green onions, black pepper, fish sauce, lime wedge. Can include boiled egg or pork crackling.
How to make it keto
ESSENTIAL: Explicitly request shirataki noodles (konjac noodles) instead of traditional rice noodles. Ensure no added sugar in the broth. Confirm no other starchy components are added.
Say this to the waiter (Lao)
ເຂົ້າປຽກເສັ້ນ ຂໍໃຊ້ເສັ້ນຊິຣາທາກິ ແທນເສັ້ນເຂົ້າປຽກທໍາມະດາ. ຢືນຢັນວ່າບໍ່ມີນໍ້າຕານໃນນໍ້າຊຸບ ແລະສ່ວນປະກອບອື່ນໆແມ່ນບໍ່?
For Khao Piak Sen, please use shirataki noodles instead of rice noodles. Please confirm no added sugar in the broth or other starchy components.
Watch out for
Traditional rice noodles are very high carb. Potential 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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