Soop Naw Mai
Bamboo Shoot Salad/Relish
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sticky rice flour (khao khua) or other starchy thickeners are used. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A refreshing and tangy salad or relish made from tender bamboo shoots, fresh herbs (such as mint, cilantro, dill), pounded with garlic, chilies, fish sauce, and often fermented fish sauce (padaek).
Key ingredients
Bamboo shoots (fresh or canned, rinsed well), garlic, chilies, fish sauce, lime juice, cilantro, mint, dill, spring onions, padaek.
How to make it keto
Ensure no sticky rice flour (khao khua) or other starchy thickeners are used. Confirm no added sugar in the dressing. Be mindful of natural carbohydrate content in bamboo shoots.
Say this to the waiter (Lao)
Soop Naw Mai, bor sai khao khua deuy, bor sai tua chueam a-eun. Bor sai nam taan nai nam pak deuy.
For Soop Naw Mai, no khao khua or other thickeners. Please confirm no added sugar in the dressing.
Watch out for
Natural carbs in bamboo shoots, potential for added khao khua (toasted rice powder) or sugar.
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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