Gaeng Kee Lek (Keto, No Sugar)
Keto Cassia Leaf Curry with Pork Belly
Yes, with a tweak: strictly no added sugar. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A distinctive and authentic Southern Thai coconut milk curry featuring tender, slightly bitter cassia leaves (bai kee lek) and succulent pieces of pork belly. For keto, this dish is prepared without any added sugar and ensures no starchy vegetables are included.
Key ingredients
Cassia leaves, pork belly, coconut milk, Gaeng Kee Lek curry paste (chilies, garlic, shallots, galangal, lemongrass, shrimp paste), fish sauce.
How to make it keto
Strictly no added sugar. Ensure the curry paste is sugar-free (difficult in restaurants, but crucial for keto). Avoid any starchy vegetables sometimes added.
Say this to the waiter (Thai)
ไม่ใส่น้ำตาล ครับ/ค่ะ
For Gaeng Kee Lek (Keto, No Sugar): no sugar, please. Say it: mai sai nam tan, khrap/kha.
Watch out for
Sugar in pre-made curry pastes or added for flavor balance; coconut milk contains natural sugars; cassia leaves contribute some carbohydrates, but typically manageable.
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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