Paling in 't Groen (Keto-Stijl)
Eel in Green Sauce (Keto-Style)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no flour, cornstarch, or other thickeners are used in the sauce. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Dutch dishes.
What it is
Fresh eel fillets gently simmered in a vibrant green sauce made from a generous blend of fresh herbs. This classic preparation is naturally keto-friendly when prepared without starchy thickeners.
Key ingredients
Fresh eel fillets, butter, an abundance of fresh herbs (e.g., sorrel, parsley, chervil, watercress, spinach), white wine (alcohol evaporates), lemon juice, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Confirm no flour, cornstarch, or other thickeners are used in the sauce. Request extra butter.
Say this to the waiter (Dutch)
Kunt u bevestigen dat de saus geen bloem, maïzena of andere bindmiddelen bevat? Ik wil graag extra boter.
Please confirm the sauce contains no flour, cornstarch, or other thickeners. I'd like extra butter.
Watch out for
Flour or cornstarch used to thicken the sauce.
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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