Gaeng Hed Ruam
Spicy Mixed Mushroom Soup
Yes, keto as served. About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A light and spicy Isaan-style clear soup brimming with various fresh mushrooms and local herbs. It's seasoned with fermented fish sauce, chilies, and lime juice, offering a rustic and earthy flavor.
Key ingredients
Mixed mushrooms (e.g., straw, oyster, shiitake), fermented fish sauce (pla ra), chilies, lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves, cilantro, sawtooth coriander, broth.
Optional tweaks
Ask for no added sugar. Omit rice.
Say this to the waiter (Thai)
ไม่เอาข้าว ไม่ใส่น้ำตาล ครับ/ค่ะ
For Gaeng Hed Ruam: no rice, no sugar, please. Say it: mai ao khao, mai sai nam tan, khrap/kha.
Watch out for
Minimal hidden sugar. Some mushrooms have slightly higher carbs, but generally low.
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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