قرنبيط بالبشاميل (كيتو)
Cauliflower in Keto Béchamel Bake (with Meat)
Yes, with a tweak: the béchamel sauce must be made without flour (e.g., using cream cheese, heavy cream, or xanthan gum). About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A comforting casserole featuring tender cauliflower florets, often layered with seasoned ground meat, all smothered in a rich, creamy keto-friendly béchamel sauce and baked until golden. The traditional béchamel is modified to omit flour.
Key ingredients
Cauliflower, ground meat, heavy cream, butter, cheese, spices
How to make it keto
Crucially, the béchamel sauce must be made without flour (e.g., using cream cheese, heavy cream, or xanthan gum). Ensure no potato or rice is added to the dish.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
قرنبيط بالبشاميل، لو سمحت البشاميل بدون طحين (مثلاً بالكريمة). وبدون بطاطس أو أرز في الطبق.
For the قرنبيط بالبشاميل, the béchamel must be flour-free (e.g., with cream). No potato or rice in the dish.
Watch out for
Traditional béchamel uses flour (major risk). Hidden sugars in tomato paste. Onions contribute minor carbs.
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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