Keto Nem Nướng (Bọc Xà Lách)
Grilled Pork Sausage with Lettuce Wraps
Yes, with a tweak: omit rice paper, vermicelli, and pickled vegetables (daikon/carrot). About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Vietnamese food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Flavorful grilled pork sausages, traditionally served with rice paper, vermicelli, and a sweet dipping sauce. The keto version omits the carbs and focuses on the grilled pork served with fresh lettuce and herbs for wrapping.
Key ingredients
Ground pork (often pork belly for fat), garlic, shallots, fish sauce, black pepper, baking powder (for texture), lemongrass (optional). Accompaniments: large lettuce leaves, fresh herbs (mint, basil, cilantro), sliced cucumber, pickled daikon/carrot.
How to make it keto
CRUCIAL: Omit rice paper, vermicelli, and pickled vegetables (daikon/carrot). Request the dipping sauce be made without sugar, or ask for plain fish sauce with chili/lime instead. Ensure the pork itself has no added starch or sugar (common in pre-made sausages). Focus on lettuce and herb wraps.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar/starch in the sausage itself, very high sugar in traditional dipping sauce, pickled vegetables.
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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