Witlof Gratin met Ham en Kaas (Keto-Stijl)
Belgian Endive Gratin with Ham and Cheese (Keto-Style)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure the cheese sauce (traditionally a béchamel) is made without flour or other carb-based thickeners. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A classic Dutch comfort food dish featuring blanched Belgian endive spears, wrapped in slices of ham, and baked in a rich, creamy cheese sauce until golden brown. The sauce is prepared keto-friendly.
Key ingredients
Belgian endive, ham slices, heavy cream, cheese (e.g., Gouda, Gruyere), butter, nutmeg, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure the cheese sauce (traditionally a béchamel) is made without flour or other carb-based thickeners. Request a cream and cheese-based sauce instead.
Say this to the waiter (Dutch)
Is de kaassaus zonder bloem? Graag een saus op basis van room en kaas, niet met bloem.
Is the cheese sauce flour-free? I need a cream and cheese-based sauce, not béchamel with flour.
Watch out for
Flour/starch in the cheese sauce, sugary glazes sometimes applied.
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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