Miang Kham (Keto Modified)
Keto Betel Leaf Wraps with Savory Toppings
Yes, with a tweak: request a sugar-free dipping sauce. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Thai dishes.
What it is
A traditional Thai appetizer of fresh wild betel leaves used to wrap various small toppings. The keto version focuses on savory ingredients like roasted coconut, peanuts, lime, ginger, chilies, shallots, and often dried shrimp, with a critical modification for the dipping sauce.
Key ingredients
Wild betel leaves, roasted coconut flakes, roasted peanuts, fresh ginger (diced), fresh chilies (sliced), shallots (diced), lime (segmented), dried shrimp (optional), fish sauce, erythritol/stevia (for sauce).
How to make it keto
Crucially, request a sugar-free dipping sauce. Traditional Miang Kham sauce is very sweet with palm sugar. Ensure no crispy rice or carby components are included if offered.
Say this to the waiter (Thai)
น้ำจิ้มไม่ใส่น้ำตาล ครับ/ค่ะ
For Miang Kham (Keto Modified): dipping sauce with no sugar, please. Say it: nam jim mai sai nam tan, khrap/kha.
Watch out for
The traditional dipping sauce is high in palm sugar. Ensure all toppings are unsweetened and no other carby additions like crispy rice are present.
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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