Gestoomd/Gebakken Witloof met Garnaaltjes
Braised/Pan-Fried Endive with Grey Shrimp
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Belgian dishes.
What it is
A quintessential Belgian dish combining tender braised or pan-fried Belgian endive (witloof) with delicate North Sea grey shrimp (garnaaltjes), often finished with butter and a touch of lemon. This savory combination is naturally low in carbs and rich in flavor.
Key ingredients
Belgian endive, grey shrimp, butter, lemon juice, salt, pepper, maybe a touch of heavy cream.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no flour is used to thicken any sauce, and no sugary glazes are applied to the endive. Verify no hidden sugars in preparation.
Say this to the waiter (Dutch)
Zorg dat er geen bloem wordt gebruikt om de saus te binden en geen suikerhoudende glazuur op de witloof. Graag ook geen verborgen suikers.
Please ensure no flour is used to thicken the sauce, no sugary glazes on the endive, and no hidden sugars in the preparation.
Watch out for
Some restaurants might add a pinch of sugar when braising endive to counter bitterness, or use flour in a light sauce. Often served with 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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