Nam Prik Noom
Northern Thai Green Chili Dip with Keto Vegetables
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Thai dishes.
What it is
A pungent and smoky Northern Thai green chili dip, made from roasted green chilies, garlic, and shallots. It's typically served with an assortment of steamed and raw vegetables, making it naturally keto-friendly.
Key ingredients
Green chilies (roasted), shallots (roasted), garlic (roasted), fish sauce, lime juice, (optional: a pinch of sugar). Served with raw or steamed low-carb vegetables (e.g., cucumber, cabbage, green beans, blanched broccoli).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugar is added to the dip. Request only low-carb vegetables for dipping, avoiding sticky rice or high-carb options.
Say this to the waiter (Thai)
ไม่เอาข้าวเหนียว ไม่ใส่น้ำตาล ครับ/ค่ะ
For Nam Prik Noom: no sticky rice, no sugar, please. Say it: mai ao khao niao, mai sai nam tan, khrap/kha.
Watch out for
Some restaurants might add a small amount of sugar to balance the dip; ensure accompanying vegetables are low-carb.
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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