Keto Pad Thai (with Zucchini Noodles)
Keto Stir-fried Noodles with Prawns and Tofu (Zucchini Noodle Base)
Yes, with a tweak: replace rice noodles with zucchini noodles. About 15g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Thai food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A classic Thai stir-fry reimagined for keto. Zucchini noodles replace traditional rice noodles, tossed with prawns, scrambled egg, firm tofu, bean sprouts, chives, and crushed peanuts. The sauce is carefully made without added sugar and uses keto-friendly sweeteners.
Key ingredients
Zucchini noodles, prawns, firm tofu, eggs, bean sprouts, chives, garlic, shallots, peanuts, fish sauce, minimal tamarind paste, keto sweetener, cooking oil (e.g., coconut or palm oil).
How to make it keto
Replace rice noodles with zucchini noodles. Omit or significantly reduce sugar/palm sugar. Use minimal tamarind paste. Ensure no high-carb vegetables like carrots and use firm/extra-firm tofu.
Say this to the waiter (Thai)
ขอเส้นซูกินีแทนเส้นก๋วยเตี๋ยว ไม่ใส่น้ำตาล ไม่ใส่แครอท ครับ/ค่ะ
For Keto Pad Thai (with Zucchini Noodles): zucchini noodles instead of rice noodles, no sugar, no carrots, please. Say it: kho sen zucchini thaen sen kuay tiao, mai sai nam tan, mai sai khae-rot, khrap/kha.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in pre-made sauces or tamarind paste, regular tofu can have more carbs, generous bean sprout portions, high-carb cooking oil if not specified, peanuts contain some carbs.
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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