Haitian keto guide
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177 dishes72 keto as served116 with a photo
Keto friendliness
Haitian cuisine is heavily reliant on starches, making adaptation to a strict keto diet very difficult without significant modification.
Top ingredients
Fried and stewed meats like griot (fried pork), tasso (fried beef), and fried fish, along with non-starchy greens, are traditionally keto-friendly.
Danger zones
Rice, plantains (bannann peze), root vegetables (yams, malanga, cassava, breadfruit), and black bean sauce (sos pwa) are ubiquitous and high-carb staples to strictly avoid.
Best for
This cuisine is best for keto dieters who are highly skilled at custom ordering, comfortable with significant meal deconstruction, or those with higher carb allowances.
32 matching dishes
Melon Anmè ak Vyann
Bitter Melon with Meat (without starchy sides)
A traditional Haitian dish featuring bitter melon (melon anmè) stir-fried or stewed with tender pieces of meat…
6 net10 total4 fibre40 protein45 fat600 kcal
Fwa Poul Sauté
Sautéed Chicken Livers (with Keto Sides)
Chicken livers sautéed with onions, peppers, and Haitian seasonings, offering a rich and nutritious dish. Serv…
7 net10 total3 fibre60 protein50 fat720 kcal
Krab Fèmen (San Pen Griye)
Keto Stuffed Crab (No Breadcrumbs)
Crab shells stuffed with a savory mixture of crab meat, bell peppers, onions, epis, and herbs, baked until gol…
7 net10 total3 fibre40 protein35 fat500 kcal
Pintade an Sòs
Guinea Fowl in Sauce (without starchy sides)
Tender pieces of guinea fowl stewed in a rich and savory Haitian Creole sauce, infused with onions, bell peppe…
7 net10 total3 fibre55 protein40 fat650 kcal
Vyann Kochon ak Pwa Vèt
Pork with Green Beans (without starchy sides)
Tender pieces of pork (often shoulder or loin) stewed or sautéed with fresh green beans, onions, garlic, bell …
7 net12 total5 fibre50 protein50 fat700 kcal
Ze Bouyi nan Sòs
Hard-boiled Eggs in Creole Sauce (without starchy sides)
Hard-boiled eggs gently cooked and coated in a flavorful Creole sauce of tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, garli…
7 net10 total3 fibre28 protein38 fat480 kcal
Berejèn ak Vyann/Pwason (San Légim Starchy)
Keto Eggplant and Meat/Fish Stew (without starchy vegetables)
A comforting stew centered around tender eggplant, cooked with your choice of meat (beef or pork) or fish. It'…
9 net15 total6 fibre40 protein55 fat720 kcal
Graten Berejèn ak Fwomaj
Keto Eggplant and Cheese Gratin
A savory baked gratin made with tender slices of eggplant layered with a rich Creole-seasoned tomato sauce and…
10 net18 total8 fibre25 protein45 fat550 kcal
Kalalou ak Vyann (Keto Okra and Meat Stew)
Okra and Meat Stew (Keto Version)
A savory Haitian stew featuring tender okra and a choice of meat (beef, goat, or pork) simmered in a rich, fla…
10 net15 total5 fibre60 protein70 fat900 kcal
Pwason Salé
Salted Cod
Flaked, rehydrated salted cod sautéed with vibrant bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, and aromatic Haitian season…
10 net13 total3 fibre55 protein32 fat600 kcal
Krab Nankou
Crab in Creole Sauce (with Keto Sides)
Whole crab or crab pieces simmered in a rich and aromatic Creole sauce, bursting with the flavors of tomatoes,…
11 net15 total4 fibre30 protein35 fat500 kcal
Poul nan Sòs
Creole Chicken in Sauce (with Keto Sides)
Tender chicken pieces braised in a rich, savory Creole sauce made with ripe tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, ga…
11 net15 total4 fibre55 protein45 fat650 kcal
Queue de Bòf
Keto Oxtail Stew with Low-Carb Vegetables
Succulent oxtail slow-braised in a rich, deeply flavored Creole sauce. Modified to include only keto-friendly …
11 net15 total4 fibre60 protein55 fat750 kcal
Bòf Kreyòl
Creole Beef Stew (with Keto Sides)
Hearty beef chunks slow-cooked until fork-tender in a robust, aromatic Creole sauce featuring a medley of fres…
13 net18 total5 fibre50 protein50 fat700 kcal
Lambi an Sòs
Conch in Sauce
Tender conch meat, meticulously cleaned and simmered in a rich, savory tomato-based sauce with bell peppers, o…
13 net16 total3 fibre60 protein38 fat650 kcal
Chou ak Vyann Kochon
Stewed Cabbage and Pork
A hearty and flavorful stew of tender shredded cabbage combined with well-seasoned chunks of pork. It's cooked…
14 net22 total8 fibre45 protein70 fat850 kcal
KAsoon
Lapin Boukannen
Grilled Rabbit (without starchy sides)
Succulent rabbit, marinated in traditional Haitian epis (a blend of herbs, garlic, and peppers), then grilled …
4 net5 total1 fibre55 protein35 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Tèt Pwason Bouyi (Keto Boiled Fish Head in Spiced Broth)
Keto Boiled Fish Head in Spiced Broth
A traditional delicacy featuring a whole fish head (e.g., snapper), gently boiled in a clear, flavorful broth …
5 net7 total2 fibre35 protein30 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
Fèy Betterav Sauté ak Vyann Kochon
Sautéed Beet Greens with Pork
Nutrient-rich beet greens, sautéed with tender pieces of pork in a savory and aromatic Haitian seasoning. This…
6 net12 total6 fibre30 protein32 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
Écrevisses Kreyòl (San Légim Starchy)
Keto Crayfish in Creole Sauce (No Starchy Vegetables)
Freshwater crayfish simmered in a rich and piquant Haitian Creole sauce, prepared with tomatoes, bell peppers,…
7 net10 total3 fibre40 protein35 fat500 kcal
KAsoon
Krab Matoutou (San Diri)
Keto Crab Stew (No Rice)
A flavorful and robust Haitian crab stew, traditionally a signature dish for special occasions. This keto vers…
7 net10 total3 fibre45 protein45 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Poul nan Sòs Lèt Kokoye
Chicken in Coconut Milk Sauce
Tender chicken pieces simmered in a creamy, fragrant sauce made with coconut milk, Haitian epis, and a delicat…
7 net10 total3 fibre40 protein38 fat520 kcal
KAsoon
Boulèt Kreyòl (Keto Meatballs in Rich Tomato Sauce)
Creole Meatballs (Keto)
Flavorful meatballs made from seasoned ground beef or a blend of meats, cooked in a rich, savory Creole tomato…
8 net12 total4 fibre48 protein60 fat750 kcal
KAsoon
Poul ak Sòs Djondjon (Keto, San Diri)
Keto Chicken with Mushroom Sauce (No Rice)
Pan-seared or stewed chicken served with a savory, rich mushroom sauce, typically made with Haitian spices, ga…
8 net11 total3 fibre50 protein55 fat700 kcal
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Salad Boukannen Kabrit
Grilled Goat Salad (No Sweet Dressings)
A fresh and vibrant salad featuring succulent pieces of grilled goat meat, marinated in traditional Haitian ep…
8 net14 total6 fibre58 protein48 fat680 kcal
KAsoon
Lambi ak Chou ak Piman (Keto Sauté)
Keto Sautéed Conch with Cabbage and Peppers
Tender conch sautéed with crisp cabbage and colorful bell peppers, seasoned with Haitian herbs and spices. A u…
9 net15 total6 fibre40 protein30 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
Bòf Etouffé ak Chou (Keto)
Keto Smothered Beef with Cabbage
Tender beef pieces slow-cooked until fork-tender in a rich, savory gravy with braised cabbage, onions, and bel…
10 net15 total5 fibre60 protein45 fat650 kcal
KAsoon
Kalalou ak Lambi (Keto)
Keto Okra and Conch Stew
A rich and savory stew featuring tender conch and okra, cooked in a flavorful Creole sauce with onions, garlic…
10 net15 total5 fibre40 protein28 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
Chatrou ak Djondjon (San Légim Starchy)
Octopus and Black Mushroom Stew (Keto)
Tender octopus pieces stewed with 'djondjon' (Haitian black mushrooms) in a savory, well-seasoned creole sauce…
11 net16 total5 fibre58 protein42 fat680 kcal
KAsoon
Poul ak Djondjon (San Diri)
Chicken with Black Haitian Mushrooms (No Rice)
A distinct Haitian stew featuring tender chicken pieces braised in a rich, dark sauce infused with 'djondjon' …
11 net16 total5 fibre62 protein48 fat720 kcal
KAsoon
Poul Etouffé (San Légim Starchy)
Smothered Chicken (No Starchy Vegetables)
Chicken pieces 'smothered' or slow-cooked in a rich, savory Haitian creole sauce, typically featuring aromatic…
11 net16 total5 fibre62 protein48 fat720 kcal
KAsoon
Kalalou djondjon (San Légim Starchy)
Okra and Black Mushroom Stew (Keto)
A flavorful vegetarian stew showcasing sliced okra and distinct 'djondjon' (Haitian black mushrooms), simmered…
15 net25 total10 fibre15 protein38 fat550 kcal