Canh Chua Cá
Vietnamese Sour Fish Soup (Low-Carb Vegetables)
Yes, with a tweak: request very minimal or no pineapple (rất ít hoặc không thơm) and minimal tomatoes (ít cà chua). About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A flavorful and tangy fish soup characterized by its sour and spicy notes, prepared with a variety of vegetables and often fish. Modifications focus on reducing higher-carb vegetables and added sugars.
Key ingredients
Fish (e.g., catfish, snakehead), tamarind paste, pineapple, tomatoes, bean sprouts, okra, elephant ear stem, cilantro, chili, garlic, fish sauce, cooking oil. Sugar is often added to balance the sourness.
How to make it keto
Request very minimal or no pineapple (rất ít hoặc không thơm) and minimal tomatoes (ít cà chua). Ask for less sugar (ít đường) to be added for sourness. Focus on more bean sprouts, okra, and other low-carb greens. Confirm no thickeners.
Watch out for
High-carb vegetables like pineapple and tomatoes. Significant amounts of added sugar used to balance the sourness of the soup. Tapioca or cornstarch if used as a thickener (less common for this soup but possible).
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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