Pla Nin Tod Kratiem Prik Thai
Fried Tilapia with Garlic and Pepper (No Batter)
Yes, with a tweak: request no batter on the fish. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Thai dishes.
What it is
A whole tilapia (or fillets) deep-fried until crispy, then topped with an aromatic stir-fry of crispy garlic and black pepper. The fish is seasoned simply, letting the garlic and pepper shine.
Key ingredients
Whole tilapia (or fillet), garlic, black pepper, cooking oil, fish sauce, white pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request no batter on the fish. Ensure no sugar is used in any pre-seasoning or accompanying sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Thai)
ทอดเปล่าๆ ไม่ชุบแป้ง ไม่ใส่น้ำตาล ครับ/ค่ะ
For Pla Nin Tod Kratiem Prik Thai: fried plain with no batter, no sugar, please. Say it: thot plao plao, mai chup paeng, mai sai nam tan, khrap/kha.
Watch out for
Batter on fish, hidden sugar in marinade or accompanying sauce.
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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