Nam Prik Ong (Keto Modified)
Northern Thai Pork and Tomato Relish (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: request no added sugar. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Thai food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A thick, savory, and mildly spicy Northern Thai dip or relish made from minced pork, tomatoes, and chili paste. It's typically eaten with sticky rice (omitted for keto) and various raw or steamed vegetables.
Key ingredients
Minced pork, tomatoes, red chilies, garlic, shallots, fermented bean paste, shrimp paste, fish sauce, (optional: sugar).
How to make it keto
Request no added sugar. Served with low-carb vegetable dippers (e.g., cucumber, cabbage, green beans) instead of sticky rice.
Say this to the waiter (Thai)
ไม่เอาข้าวเหนียว ไม่ใส่น้ำตาล ครับ/ค่ะ
For Nam Prik Ong (Keto Modified): no sticky rice, no sugar, please. Say it: mai ao khao niao, mai sai nam tan, khrap/kha.
Watch out for
Fermented bean paste can have some carbs. Tomatoes contribute some carbs. Restaurant versions might add 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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