Ping Pa
Lao Grilled Fish
Yes, with a tweak: request 'no sugar' in the marinade. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Lao dishes.
What it is
Whole fish (often tilapia or snakehead) stuffed with fresh herbs like lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and dill, then grilled until flaky and tender. A simple yet incredibly flavorful dish.
Key ingredients
Whole fish (e.g., tilapia, snakehead), lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, dill, garlic, shallots, fish sauce, chili, (sometimes a touch of sugar in the marinade).
How to make it keto
Request 'no sugar' in the marinade. Ensure no high-carb stuffings.
Say this to the waiter (Lao)
ປີ້ງປາ ຂໍບໍ່ໃສ່ນໍ້າຕານໃນເຄື່ອງຫມັກ. ຂໍໃຫ້ແນ່ໃຈວ່າບໍ່ມີເຄື່ອງຍັດໄສ້ຄາໂບໄຮເດຣດສູງ.
For Ping Pa, please use no sugar in the marinade. Please ensure no high-carb stuffings are used.
Watch out for
Marinades can contain sugar. Some restaurant practices might involve brushing with sugary sauces after grilling.
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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