Gentse Uiensoep met Kaas (Zonder Croutons, Keto Aangepast)
Ghent-style Onion Soup with Cheese (No Croutons, Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: caramelize onions slowly without any added sugar; ensure no flour or starch is used as a thickener; omit all croutons. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Belgian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rich, savory onion soup, distinct in its slow-cooked method to enhance the natural sweetness of the onions without any added sugar. Topped with a generous layer of melted Gruyere or Emmental cheese, presented without the traditional croutons to keep it keto-friendly.
Key ingredients
Onions (yellow/red), beef broth, butter, olive oil, dry white wine (optional, small amount, cooked off), bay leaf, thyme, Gruyere or Emmental cheese, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Caramelize onions slowly without any added sugar; ensure no flour or starch is used as a thickener; omit all croutons.
Watch out for
Sugary onion caramelization, flour thickeners, traditional croutons (bread).
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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