Yam Pla Krob
Crispy Fish Salad
Yes, with a tweak: ensure crispy fish is prepared without batter. About 11g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A refreshing and savory salad featuring crispy dried fish (often gourami), tossed with a vibrant dressing of lime juice, fish sauce, fresh chilies, and aromatic herbs like shallots, cilantro, and mint. It offers a great textural contrast.
Key ingredients
Crispy dried fish, lime juice, fish sauce, fresh chilies, shallots, cilantro, mint leaves, small amount of jicama or very green unripe mango (optional and minimal), roasted peanuts (optional), cooking oil for fish.
How to make it keto
Ensure crispy fish is prepared without batter. Request no sugar in the dressing. Omit high-carb fruits/vegetables like green mango or green apple, or ask for very minimal amounts. Focus on herbs and low-carb vegetables.
Say this to the waiter (Thai)
ทอดเปล่าๆ ไม่ชุบแป้ง น้ำยำไม่ใส่น้ำตาล ไม่ใส่มะม่วงดิบ ครับ/ค่ะ
For Yam Pla Krob: fried plain with no batter, no sugar in the dressing, no green mango, please. Say it: thot plao plao, mai chup paeng, nam yam mai sai nam tan, mai sai mamuang dip, khrap/kha.
Watch out for
Potential for sugar in the dressing; traditional versions often include high-carb green fruits (mango, apple); peanuts add 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 ›
