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Green Papaya Salad with Shrimp and Pork (Reduced Sugar Dressing)
Yes, with a tweak: critically, request the dressing with no added sugar or very significantly reduced sugar. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Vietnamese food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A vibrant and refreshing salad featuring shredded unripe green papaya, cooked shrimp, and tender slices of pork (often boiled pork belly). Tossed with fresh herbs, peanuts, and a tangy dressing, modified to be low in sugar.
Key ingredients
Green papaya (shredded), cooked shrimp, sliced pork (e.g., pork belly), fresh herbs (e.g., mint, cilantro, basil), carrots (minimal), peanuts, fish sauce, lime juice, chili.
How to make it keto
Critically, request the dressing with no added sugar or very significantly reduced sugar. Ask for minimal carrots or to omit them if you are very strict with carb intake, though the amount is usually small.
Watch out for
Significant sugar content in traditional salad dressings. Natural carbs from green papaya and carrots.
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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