Moo Hong (Keto, No Sugar)
Keto Southern Thai Braised Pork Belly
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely no added sugar (traditional recipes use significant palm sugar for caramelization and sweetness). About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Melt-in-your-mouth slow-braised pork belly, a signature Southern Thai dish, rich with garlic, white pepper, and five-spice powder. For keto, it is prepared without any added sugar or caramelization, focusing on the deep, savory, and umami flavors from the braising liquid.
Key ingredients
Pork belly, garlic, white pepper, dark soy sauce (check for sugar content), light soy sauce, five-spice powder, water or pork broth, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Absolutely no added sugar (traditional recipes use significant palm sugar for caramelization and sweetness). Ensure any soy sauces used are low in sugar or sugar-free. Request longer braising time for maximum tenderness.
Say this to the waiter (Thai)
ไม่ใส่น้ำตาล ครับ/ค่ะ
For Moo Hong (Keto, No Sugar): no sugar, please. Say it: mai sai nam tan, khrap/kha.
Watch out for
Extremely high sugar content in traditional recipes due to palm sugar for caramelization; hidden sugars in some dark soy sauces; small amounts of carbs from aromatics.
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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