Blanquette de Veau (Creamy Veal Stew with Keto Vegetables)
Creamy Veal Stew with Keto Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: ensure the sauce is thickened with cream and egg yolks (liaison) rather than flour (roux). About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for French food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender veal shoulder, slow-cooked in a luxurious, creamy white sauce, traditionally with mushrooms and pearl onions. Modified to be thickened without flour and served with a side of steamed broccoli or cauliflower instead of rice.
Key ingredients
Veal shoulder, veal or chicken broth, heavy cream, egg yolks (for liaison), mushrooms, pearl onions (limited), butter, lemon juice, non-starchy vegetables (e.g., broccoli, cauliflower).
How to make it keto
Ensure the sauce is thickened with cream and egg yolks (liaison) rather than flour (roux). Omit traditional rice or potato sides, requesting keto vegetables instead. Limit pearl onions due to their carb content.
Watch out for
Flour/cornstarch in sauce; traditional rice/potato sides; significant amount of pearl onions.
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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