Gaeng Jued Gai Sub
Clear Chicken Mince Soup
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no glass noodles ('Woon Sen') or rice are added. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Thai dishes.
What it is
A light and comforting clear broth soup filled with seasoned chicken mince, often accompanied by soft tofu, Napa cabbage, and a sprinkle of cilantro and white pepper.
Key ingredients
Chicken mince, clear chicken broth, soft tofu (optional), Napa cabbage, cilantro, white pepper, garlic, fish sauce, cooking oil (minimal for browning mince).
How to make it keto
Ensure no glass noodles ('Woon Sen') or rice are added. Confirm no hidden sugars in the broth base. If soft tofu is included, ensure it's not a sweetened variety.
Say this to the waiter (Thai)
ไม่เอาข้าว ไม่ใส่วุ้นเส้น ไม่ใส่น้ำตาล ครับ/ค่ะ
For Gaeng Jued Gai Sub: no rice, no glass noodles, no sugar, please. Say it: mai ao khao, mai sai wun sen, mai sai nam tan, khrap/kha.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in pre-made broth bases, traditional inclusion of glass noodles or potatoes.
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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