Gaeng Jued Mara Sai Moo
Clear Soup with Stuffed Bitter Melon and Pork
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Thai dishes.
What it is
A light and savory clear soup featuring bitter melon rounds stuffed with seasoned minced pork. The broth is typically delicate and flavorful, often with garlic and clear seasonings.
Key ingredients
Bitter melon, minced pork, clear broth, garlic, white pepper, fish sauce, cilantro, spring onions.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no added sugar in the broth, which can sometimes be present in restaurant preparations for sweetness. Confirm no rice noodles or other carby fillers in the pork stuffing.
Say this to the waiter (Thai)
ไม่ใส่น้ำตาล ครับ/ค่ะ
For Gaeng Jued Mara Sai Moo: no sugar, please. Say it: mai sai nam tan, khrap/kha.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in the soup broth or pork stuffing. Some restaurants might use a small amount of starch in the pork stuffing (ask if possible).
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.