Pla Tod
Deep-Fried Whole Fish
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Thai dishes.
What it is
A classic preparation of a whole fish (such as snapper or tilapia) that is deep-fried to achieve a beautifully crispy skin and perfectly cooked, flaky interior.
Key ingredients
Whole fish (e.g., snapper), cooking oil (for deep frying).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no batter or flour coating is used on the fish. Request the fish plain, without any sweet dipping sauces. You can ask for a side of fresh chili, lime wedges, and fish sauce for a keto-friendly condiment.
Say this to the waiter (Thai)
ทอดเปล่าๆ ไม่ชุบแป้ง ไม่เอาน้ำจิ้มหวาน ครับ/ค่ะ
For Pla Tod: fried plain with no batter, no sweet dipping sauce, please. Say it: thot plao plao, mai chup paeng, mai ao nam jim wan, khrap/kha.
Watch out for
Potential for flour or starch in a batter (must confirm plain fried). Often served with sweet dipping sauces, which are high in sugar (must omit).
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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