Mok Gai
Steamed Chicken with Herbs and Spices
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Lao dishes.
What it is
Minced or diced chicken mixed with an aromatic paste of lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves, chilies, and various fresh herbs, then steamed to perfection in banana leaves.
Key ingredients
Minced/diced chicken, lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves, chilies, garlic, shallots, fish sauce, cilantro, spring onions, dill, basil.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sticky rice flour or other starchy thickeners are used. Confirm no added sugar in the seasoning.
Say this to the waiter (Lao)
Mok Gai, bor sai paeng khao niao deuy, bor sai tua chueam a-eun. Bor sai nam taan nai khrueang pak deuy.
For Mok Gai, no sticky rice flour or other thickeners. Please confirm no added sugar in the seasoning.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in seasoning, potential use of starchy thickeners (e.g., sticky rice flour).
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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