Boulettes au Chicon (Keto)
Keto Meatballs with Braised Chicory
Yes, with a tweak: ensure meatballs contain no breadcrumbs or other high-carb fillers. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Belgian dishes.
What it is
Savory meatballs, traditionally made with mixed ground meat, prepared without breadcrumbs and gently simmered in a light, keto-friendly sauce. Served alongside tender, slightly bitter braised Belgian chicory. The sauce is typically thickened with flour, which must be omitted.
Key ingredients
Ground beef and/or pork, egg, heavy cream, butter, chicory (witloof), beef broth, onion, garlic, parsley, nutmeg, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure meatballs contain no breadcrumbs or other high-carb fillers. Sauce must be thickened with cream or a minimal amount of xanthan gum, not flour. Avoid any added sugars in the sauce.
Watch out for
Hidden breadcrumbs in meatballs, flour/starch in sauce, added sugar in restaurant 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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