Gratin de Chou-Fleur (Keto)
Cauliflower Gratin with Cheese (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no flour is used to thicken the béchamel sauce (it should be cream-based). About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Algerian dishes.
What it is
A comforting and creamy gratin featuring tender cauliflower florets baked in a rich béchamel-style sauce, topped generously with melted cheese until golden brown. This keto version completely omits traditional potatoes, focusing on the versatile cauliflower as the main vegetable base. It can serve as a substantial side or a vegetarian main course.
Key ingredients
Cauliflower, heavy cream, butter, grated cheese (e.g., Gruyère, Parmesan), nutmeg, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, (optional: a hint of white onion).
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure no flour is used to thicken the béchamel sauce (it should be cream-based). Confirm no potatoes are included in the gratin.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
من فضلك، تأكدوا من عدم استخدام طحين لتكثيف صلصة البشاميل، يجب أن تكون على أساس الكريمة. وتأكدوا من عدم وجود بطاطا في الغراتان.
Crucially, no flour to thicken the béchamel sauce; it should be cream-based. Confirm no potatoes are in the gratin.
Watch out for
Flour used in the béchamel sauce. Potatoes being used instead of or alongside cauliflower. Hidden sugars in pre-made cream sauces.
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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