Keto Khao Mok Gai (Cauliflower Rice)
Keto Thai Spiced Chicken with Cauliflower Rice
Yes, with a tweak: replace traditional rice with riced cauliflower. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A fragrant Thai Muslim-style dish featuring tender chicken pieces infused with aromatic spices such as turmeric, cumin, and coriander. It is served with cauliflower rice instead of traditional jasmine rice, and should be prepared without any added sugar in the marinade or cooking process.
Key ingredients
Chicken (thigh or drumstick), cauliflower (riced), turmeric, cumin, coriander, star anise, cardamom, cinnamon, garlic, ginger, shallots, plain full-fat yogurt (optional), ghee or cooking oil, fish sauce, lime wedge.
How to make it keto
Replace traditional rice with riced cauliflower. Confirm no added sugar in the chicken marinade or cooking liquid. Ensure yogurt (if used) is plain and unsweetened. Skip any sweet dipping sauces.
Say this to the waiter (Thai)
ขอข้าวกะหล่ำดอกแทนข้าว ไม่ใส่น้ำตาล ไม่เอาน้ำจิ้มหวาน ครับ/ค่ะ
For Keto Khao Mok Gai (Cauliflower Rice): cauliflower rice instead of rice, no sugar, no sweet dipping sauce, please. Say it: kho khao kalam dok thaen khao, mai sai nam tan, mai ao nam jim wan, khrap/kha.
Watch out for
Sugar in chicken marinades; the amount of cauliflower rice consumed; traditional side sauces or pickled vegetables are often sweet and carby.
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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