Kai Jeow
Thai Omelette
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Thai dishes.
What it is
A simple yet delicious, fluffy, and typically crispy-edged omelette made with beaten eggs, often seasoned with fish sauce, and deep-fried until golden brown.
Key ingredients
Eggs, fish sauce, cooking oil (for deep frying).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugar is added to the egg mixture (while rare in savory Thai omelettes, it's worth confirming). Request without rice if it's typically served as a meal.
Say this to the waiter (Thai)
ไม่เอาข้าว ไม่ใส่น้ำตาล ครับ/ค่ะ
For Kai Jeow: no rice, no sugar, please. Say it: mai ao khao, mai sai nam tan, khrap/kha.
Watch out for
Often served with rice. While uncommon, some home recipes might add a pinch of sugar; confirm with the restaurant if concerned.
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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