Boeuf Bourguignon (Braised Beef Stew)
Braised Beef Stew in Red Wine with Mushrooms and Bacon (No Potatoes or Bread)
Yes, with a tweak: request no potatoes, noodles, rice, or bread. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for French food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty French beef stew, slow-cooked in red wine with bacon, mushrooms, and carrots (often used, but minimal impact when stewed for long, or can be omitted). Served without traditional starchy accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Beef chuck, bacon lardons, button mushrooms, red wine, beef broth, tomato paste (small amount), garlic, thyme, bay leaf, small amount of carrots and pearl onions (cooked down).
How to make it keto
Request no potatoes, noodles, rice, or bread. Confirm minimal or no carrots, and no flour/thickeners in the sauce.
Watch out for
Wine reduction, pearl onions, and carrots add natural sugars; tomato paste contains carbs; restaurant sauces might use thickeners or added sugar.
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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