Gai Pad Prik Gaeng Tai Pla (Keto Modified)
Stir-fried Chicken with Southern Fish Kidney Curry Paste (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: request a sugar-free sauce/paste preparation. About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A spicy and aromatic Southern Thai stir-fry featuring chicken with a potent fish kidney curry paste (Prik Gaeng Tai Pla). Unlike the curry, this is a dry stir-fry, focusing on intense savory and spicy flavors with minimal sauce and keto-friendly vegetables.
Key ingredients
Chicken (sliced), Prik Gaeng Tai Pla paste (fermented fish kidney, chilies, lemongrass, galangal, turmeric, kaffir lime zest), long beans, bell peppers, fresh chilies, fish sauce, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Request a sugar-free sauce/paste preparation. Ensure no starchy thickeners are used. Specify low-carb vegetables such as long beans, bell peppers, or eggplant.
Say this to the waiter (Thai)
ไม่ใส่น้ำตาล ไม่ใส่แป้ง ครับ/ค่ะ
For Gai Pad Prik Gaeng Tai Pla (Keto Modified): no sugar, no flour or cornstarch, please. Say it: mai sai nam tan, mai sai paeng, khrap/kha.
Watch out for
Curry paste (Prik Gaeng Tai Pla) can contain minimal sugar. Hidden sugar in the stir-fry sauce. Some vegetables used might be carby if not specified.
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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