Pad Kana Nuea
Stir-fried Chinese Broccoli with Beef
Yes, with a tweak: request no added sugar. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A simple yet satisfying stir-fry featuring tender slices of beef wok-tossed with fresh Chinese broccoli (gai lan), garlic, and a savory sauce.
Key ingredients
Beef slices, Chinese broccoli, garlic, fish sauce, oyster sauce (often), cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Request no added sugar. Ask for very light oyster sauce or substitute with more fish sauce and soy sauce. Ensure no starch thickeners.
Say this to the waiter (Thai)
ไม่ใส่น้ำตาล ไม่ใส่น้ำมันหอย ไม่ใส่แป้ง ครับ/ค่ะ
For Pad Kana Nuea: no sugar, no oyster sauce, no flour or cornstarch, please. Say it: mai sai nam tan, mai sai nam man hoi, mai sai paeng, khrap/kha.
Watch out for
Sugar in sauce, oyster sauce (sugar/starch), starch thickeners.
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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