Viswaterzooi (Keto Aangepast)
Keto Fish Waterzooi (Creamy Fish and Vegetable Stew)
Yes, with a tweak: request no potatoes. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Belgian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A comforting and elegant Belgian fish stew, traditionally from Ghent, known for its rich, creamy broth. This keto-adapted version features tender white fish (such as cod, haddock, or sole) simmered with aromatic vegetables like leeks, celery, and a minimal amount of carrots, all in a luxurious cream and egg yolk-enriched fish stock, without the traditional potatoes or flour-based thickeners.
Key ingredients
White fish fillets (cod, sole, haddock), leeks, celery, carrots (small amount), fish stock, heavy cream, egg yolks, butter, parsley, salt, white pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request no potatoes. Confirm minimal carrots or ask to omit them. Ensure the sauce is thickened naturally by reduction or with egg yolks and cream, without the use of flour or cornstarch.
Say this to the waiter (Dutch)
Geen aardappelen, alstublieft. Minimale wortels, of weglaten. Saus natuurlijk verdikt (reductie, eidooiers/room), zonder bloem of maizena.
No potatoes, please. Minimal or no carrots. Ensure sauce is thickened naturally with reduction, egg yolks, or cream, without flour or cornstarch.
Watch out for
Carrots are higher carb; ensure minimal quantity. Potential use of flour as a thickener in the restaurant kitchen. Hidden sugars in pre-made fish stock.
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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