Gaeng Kai Baan
Southern Thai Chicken Curry
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no added sugar in the curry paste or sauce. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Thai food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A fiery and aromatic Southern Thai curry made with 'baan' chicken (free-range or local chicken), rich coconut milk, and a potent curry paste featuring fresh turmeric, chilies, and galangal. This curry is known for its intense spice and herbal notes.
Key ingredients
Chicken (often bone-in), Southern Thai curry paste (with turmeric, galangal, lemongrass, chilies), coconut milk, fish sauce, kaffir lime leaves, green beans (optional low-carb veg), cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Confirm no added sugar in the curry paste or sauce. Request no potatoes or other high-carb vegetables. If vegetables are included, ensure they are low-carb like green beans or bamboo shoots (in moderation).
Say this to the waiter (Thai)
ไม่ใส่น้ำตาล ไม่ใส่มันฝรั่ง ครับ/ค่ะ
For Gaeng Kai Baan: no sugar, no potatoes, please. Say it: mai sai nam tan, mai sai man farang, khrap/kha.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in pre-made curry paste or added to balance the spice; inclusion of high-carb vegetables like potatoes or pumpkin.
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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