Moo Dad Diew
Sun-Dried Fried Pork
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no sugar in the marinade. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Thai dishes.
What it is
Thin slices of marinated pork, traditionally sun-dried for tenderness, then deep-fried until crispy. It is savory and often served as a snack or appetizer, typically without rice in this keto context.
Key ingredients
Pork shoulder/belly, soy sauce, fish sauce, black pepper, cooking oil (for deep frying). Some recipes might include a touch of sugar in the marinade.
How to make it keto
Confirm no sugar in the marinade. Ensure no flour coating is used.
Say this to the waiter (Thai)
ไม่ใส่น้ำตาล ไม่ใส่แป้ง ครับ/ค่ะ
For Moo Dad Diew: no sugar, no flour or cornstarch, please. Say it: mai sai nam tan, mai sai paeng, khrap/kha.
Watch out for
Marinade might contain sugar. Soy sauce can contain wheat/sugar.
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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