Nem Chua
Fermented Pork Sausage
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Vietnamese dishes.
What it is
A popular Vietnamese snack, Nem Chua is a distinctively tangy and savory fermented pork sausage, often made with ground pork and pork skin, seasoned with chili, garlic, and fish sauce. It's cured and wrapped in banana leaves, offering a unique flavor profile.
Key ingredients
Ground pork, pork skin, fish sauce, chili, garlic, black pepper, banana leaf. (Sugar is used as a starter for fermentation but typically negligible in final product).
Optional tweaks
This dish is naturally keto-friendly. No modifications are generally needed.
Watch out for
While sugar is used in the fermentation process, the net carb impact per serving is usually very low due to consumption by bacteria.
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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