Pad Khing Gai (Keto Ginger Chicken Stir-fry)
Keto Ginger Chicken Stir-fry
Yes, with a tweak: request no sugar or cornstarch in the sauce. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Lao food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A classic Lao/Thai stir-fry featuring tender chicken strips, fresh ginger, mushrooms, and onions, sautéed in a savory sauce. Modified to be sugar-free and served without rice.
Key ingredients
Chicken breast/thigh, fresh ginger (julienned), mushrooms (shiitake/oyster), onions, garlic, fish sauce, soy sauce (or tamari), cooking oil, white pepper, optional bell peppers.
How to make it keto
Request no sugar or cornstarch in the sauce. Ensure no rice is served.
Say this to the waiter (Lao)
Pad Khing Gai ຂໍບໍ່ໃສ່ນ້ຳຕານ, ບໍ່ໃສ່ແປ້ງສາລີໃນນ້ຳຊອດ. ລະກະບໍ່ເອົາເຂົ້າ.
For Pad Khing Gai, no sugar or cornstarch in the sauce, please. And no rice.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in stir-fry sauce, cornstarch thickeners, higher-carb vegetables if excessively used (e.g., carrots, though not typical).
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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