Keto Phad Ka Prao
Satisfy your cravings for bold, Thai-inspired flavors with this Keto Phad Ka Prao recipe—a low-carb twist on a classic street-food favorite! Featuring ground chicken or pork stir-fried with aromatic garlic, fiery bird’s eye chilies, and coconut oil, this dish is bursting with irresistible savory notes from oyster sauce, fish sauce, and soy sauce, balanced perfectly with a touch of keto-friendly erythritol sweetness. Fresh Thai basil adds an herbaceous finish, while optional sliced bell peppers elevate the flavor profile. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for busy weeknights and perfectly suited for keto diets. Serve it hot with a squeeze of lime for a zesty accent that ties everything together. Keywords: Keto Thai recipe, low-carb Phad Ka Prao, Thai basil stir-fry.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams ground chicken or pork
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 4 garlic cloves
- 3 bird's eye chili
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon erythritol (or any keto-friendly sweetener)
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
- 1 sliced bell pepper (optional for extra flavor)
- 1 lime (for serving)
Instructions
Start by preparing the garlic and chili. Peel the garlic cloves and crush them using a mortar and pestle with the bird's eye chilies to create a rough paste. Adjust the amount of chili according to your spiciness preference.
Heat a large frying pan or wok over medium-high heat and add the coconut oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the chili and garlic paste to the pan. Stir-fry for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the ground chicken or pork to the pan, breaking it apart with a spatula or spoon. Cook until the meat is no longer pink, about 4-5 minutes.
Mix in the oyster sauce, fish sauce, soy sauce, erythritol, and water. Stir well to combine and let it cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
If using bell pepper, add it to the pan and stir-fry for an additional minute until slightly tender.
Turn off the heat and immediately stir in the fresh Thai basil leaves, allowing them to wilt from the residual heat.
Serve the Keto Phad Ka Prao hot, optionally with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top, enhancing the dish with a fresh citrusy tang.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1185 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 68.9 g | 88% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.7 g | 174% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 430 mg | 143% | |
| Sodium | 3094 mg | 135% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.6 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.3 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.1 g | ||
| Protein | 103.9 g | 208% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 600 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 29.6 mg | 164% | |
| Potassium | 2660 mg | 57% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
