Pad Nor Mai Farang Sai Goong
Stir-fried Asparagus with Prawns
Yes, with a tweak: request no sugar/MSG. About 11g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Fresh asparagus spears stir-fried with succulent prawns, garlic, and a light savory sauce. This dish highlights the fresh crunch of asparagus and tender prawns, served without rice.
Key ingredients
Prawns, asparagus, garlic, oyster sauce, soy sauce, fish sauce, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Request no sugar/MSG. Ask for minimal oyster sauce or substitute with more fish sauce/soy sauce. Ensure no starchy thickeners are used in the sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Thai)
ไม่ใส่น้ำตาล ไม่ใส่น้ำมันหอย ไม่ใส่แป้ง ไม่ใส่ผงชูรส ครับ/ค่ะ
For Pad Nor Mai Farang Sai Goong: no sugar, no oyster sauce, no flour or cornstarch, no MSG, please. Say it: mai sai nam tan, mai sai nam man hoi, mai sai paeng, mai sai phong chu rot, khrap/kha.
Watch out for
Oyster sauce and soy sauce often contain sugar. Asparagus has some carbs, but is a good keto-friendly vegetable choice.
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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