Bahamian Blood Souse (Keto Modified, Clear Broth)
Bahamian Blood Souse (Clear Broth, No Thickener)
Yes, with a tweak: no flour or cornstarch as a thickener. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Bahamian dishes.
What it is
A traditional Bahamian souse made with fresh pig's blood and offal (such as liver, heart, or tongue), simmered in a clear, savory broth with sour oranges, lime, onions, and Scotch bonnet peppers, adapted for keto by omitting thickeners.
Key ingredients
Pig's blood, pork offal (e.g., liver, heart, tongue), sour oranges, fresh lime juice, onions, Scotch bonnet peppers, celery, carrots (minimal), salt, black pepper, thyme.
How to make it keto
Crucially, no flour or cornstarch as a thickener. Ensure very limited carrots for carb count.
Watch out for
Traditional recipes may use flour as a thickener. Some natural sugars from vegetables and citrus.
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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