Tom Klong Gai
Spicy Herbal Chicken Soup
Yes, with a tweak: request absolutely no added sugar or MSG. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Thai dishes.
What it is
A flavorful and robust spicy herbal soup, known for its complex blend of sour, spicy, and smoky notes. It typically features chicken and a variety of fragrant herbs, often with a distinct roasted shallot and dried chili aroma.
Key ingredients
Chicken (often on the bone), lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves, dried chilies (roasted), roasted shallots, lime juice, fish sauce, mushrooms (optional), cilantro.
How to make it keto
Request absolutely no added sugar or MSG. Ensure no high-carb vegetables are included. If using crispy dried fish (pla krob) in some versions, ensure it's not battered and ask for plain chicken.
Say this to the waiter (Thai)
ไม่ใส่น้ำตาล ไม่ใส่ผงชูรส ครับ/ค่ะ
For Tom Klong Gai: no sugar, no MSG, please. Say it: mai sai nam tan, mai sai phong chu rot, khrap/kha.
Watch out for
Sugar in the soup base. Some versions might include small amounts of tomato or mushrooms which contribute minor carbs.
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.
More on the Thai menuAll 202 Thai dishes ›
