Hoy Pad Cha
Spicy Stir-fried Clams/Mussels with Herbs
Yes, with a tweak: request 'mai sai namtan' (no sugar), 'mai saiแป้ง' (no starch/thickener), and ensure only low-carb vegetables are used. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Thai dishes.
What it is
A fiery and aromatic stir-fry of fresh clams or mussels with a medley of Thai herbs including kaffir lime leaves, basil, peppercorns, fingerroot (kra-chai), and fresh chilies. The dish is known for its intense, complex spiciness.
Key ingredients
Clams/Mussels, garlic, fresh chilies, kaffir lime leaves, basil leaves (holy basil or sweet basil), green peppercorns, fingerroot, fish sauce, low-carb soy sauce, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Request 'mai sai namtan' (no sugar), 'mai saiแป้ง' (no starch/thickener), and ensure only low-carb vegetables are used.
Say this to the waiter (Thai)
ไม่ใส่น้ำตาล ไม่ใส่แป้ง ครับ/ค่ะ
For Hoy Pad Cha: no sugar, no flour or cornstarch, please. Say it: mai sai nam tan, mai sai paeng, khrap/kha.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in stir-fry sauce. Possible starch thickeners. Restaurants might add high-carb vegetables like corn or baby corn (request omission).
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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