Pla Nueng Si-ew
Keto Steamed Fish with Soy Sauce and Ginger
Yes, with a tweak: request no sugar in the sauce. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Lao dishes.
What it is
A whole steamed fish, often a white fish like snapper or tilapia, traditionally served with a savory sauce of soy sauce, generous amounts of ginger, and green onions. Modified to be sugar-free and served with a side of steamed low-carb vegetables.
Key ingredients
Whole fish, ginger (sliced), green onions, soy sauce (low-sodium), sesame oil, black pepper, cilantro, cooking oil, low-carb vegetables (e.g., broccoli, bok choy).
How to make it keto
Request no sugar in the sauce. Ensure no cornstarch or other thickeners. Served with keto-friendly vegetables instead of sticky rice.
Say this to the waiter (Lao)
ປານຶ້ງຊີອີ໊ວ, ຂໍບໍ່ໃສ່ນ້ຳຕານ ແລະ ແປ້ງໃນນ້ຳຈິ້ມ. ຂໍຜັກທີ່ບໍ່ມີແປ້ງ, ບໍ່ເອົາເຂົ້າໜຽວເດີ້.
For Pla Nueng Si-ew, please ensure no sugar or cornstarch in the sauce. Serve with low-carb vegetables, not sticky rice.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in soy sauce or other accompanying sauces.
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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