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Grilled Beef Patties in Caul Fat
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Vietnamese dishes.
What it is
Fragrant and succulent ground beef patties, seasoned with lemongrass, garlic, and spices, then wrapped in a delicate layer of caul fat before being grilled. The caul fat melts into the patties, adding immense flavor and keeping them moist. Served with fresh lettuce and herbs for wrapping.
Key ingredients
Ground beef, caul fat, lemongrass, garlic, shallots, fish sauce, black pepper, cooking oil, fresh lettuce, various herbs (e.g., mint, cilantro).
Optional tweaks
This dish is naturally keto-friendly. Ensure any accompanying dipping sauce (often mắm nêm or a fish sauce based dip) is requested sugar-free or omitted.
Watch out for
Sugar in accompanying dipping sauces.
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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