Steak and Oyster Stew (No Pastry)
Rich Beef and Oyster Stew with Keto Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no flour or starch is used to thicken the gravy; clarify with chef if beer/stout is used, request minimal quantity or a rich beef stock reduction. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for English food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty, rich stew featuring tender slow-cooked beef chunks and briny oysters in a deeply flavoured gravy, traditionally served in a pie but presented here as a satisfying, pastry-free casserole alongside seasonal low-carb vegetables. The beef is often braised in a dark beer or stout, which needs to be reduced significantly for keto or a keto-friendly alternative used.
Key ingredients
Diced beef (e.g., shin, chuck), fresh oysters, beef broth, rendered beef fat or tallow, onion, garlic, mushrooms, Worcestershire sauce (check for sugar), herbs (thyme, bay leaf), heavy cream (for thickening), seasonal low-carb vegetables (e.g., broccoli, green beans, spinach).
How to make it keto
Ensure no flour or starch is used to thicken the gravy; clarify with chef if beer/stout is used, request minimal quantity or a rich beef stock reduction. Omit any potato or root vegetable sides. Ensure no added sugar in Worcestershire sauce.
Watch out for
Flour/starch thickeners in gravy, high-carb vegetables (carrots, potatoes, parsnips), hidden sugars in Worcestershire sauce or stout reduction. Restaurant portion sizes of onions/mushrooms.
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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