Pla Muek Pad Kai Kem
Stir-fried Squid with Salted Egg Yolk
Yes, with a tweak: request no added sugar. About 15g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Thai food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A savory and rich stir-fry featuring tender squid coated in a creamy, salty, and slightly umami sauce made from salted duck egg yolks, typically with bell peppers, onions, and Thai basil.
Key ingredients
Squid, salted duck egg yolks, garlic, bird's eye chilies, fish sauce, bell peppers, onions, Thai basil, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Request no added sugar. Ensure minimal onion/bell pepper for carb reduction. Confirm no starch thickeners.
Say this to the waiter (Thai)
ไม่ใส่น้ำตาล ไม่ใส่แป้ง ครับ/ค่ะ
For Pla Muek Pad Kai Kem: no sugar, no flour or cornstarch, please. Say it: mai sai nam tan, mai sai paeng, khrap/kha.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in sauce, excess onions/bell peppers.
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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