Moo Dad Deaw
Sun-Dried Pork (Keto Optimized)
Yes, with a tweak: request no sugar in the marinade. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Thinly sliced pork, marinated and sun-dried for a chewy texture, then deep-fried until crispy. Naturally low in carbs, but requires careful modification to ensure no sugar in the marinade. Typically served with sticky rice which must be omitted.
Key ingredients
Pork belly or lean pork, fish sauce, black pepper, garlic, deep-frying oil (e.g., palm or vegetable oil).
How to make it keto
Request no sugar in the marinade. Ensure no flour or starch is used for coating. Omit sticky rice.
Say this to the waiter (Lao)
ໝູແດດດຽວຂໍໝັກແບບບໍ່ໃສ່ນໍ້າຕານ. ບໍ່ມີແປ້ງຄຸ້ກ. ບໍ່ມີເຂົ້າໜຽວ.
For Moo Dad Deaw, please make the marinade with no sugar. No flour or starch coating. No sticky rice, please.
Watch out for
Sugar in traditional marinade, often served with high-carb sticky rice.
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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