Thai Ginger Chicken (Gai Pad King) Recipe

Thai Ginger Chicken (Gai Pad King) has a high-calorie, high-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 68.3g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high in complex carbs and average in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. Its average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 30.2 gms of protein, it is very high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan.

It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.

It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat.

It belongs to Thai cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Thai Ginger Chicken (Gai Pad King) has been given a composite ranking of 68, and in moderation.