Yum Kai Dao (Keto Dressing)
Fried Egg Salad (Keto Dressing)
Yes, with a tweak: request no added sugar in the dressing. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Thai dishes.
What it is
Crispy fried eggs (usually sunny-side up) tossed in a refreshing, spicy, and tangy salad dressing with fresh herbs, red onions, and sometimes tomatoes.
Key ingredients
Eggs, red onion, cilantro, mint, chili, lime juice, fish sauce, (optional: small amount of sugar).
How to make it keto
Request no added sugar in the dressing. Ensure eggs are fried (not deep-fried in high-carb batter if that's an option).
Say this to the waiter (Thai)
น้ำยำไม่ใส่น้ำตาล ครับ/ค่ะ
For Yum Kai Dao (Keto Dressing): no sugar in the dressing, please. Say it: nam yam mai sai nam tan, khrap/kha.
Watch out for
Restaurant dressing may contain significant sugar. Small amounts of carbs from vegetables like onions and tomatoes.
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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