Confit de Canard with Braised Endive
Duck Confit with Braised Endive
Yes, with a tweak: request no potatoes. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 French dishes.
What it is
A traditional Gascon dish where duck legs are cured and then slow-cooked in their own fat until tender, then pan-seared until the skin is crispy. Typically served with potatoes, but here replaced with braised endive for a keto-friendly option.
Key ingredients
Duck leg, duck fat, salt, garlic, thyme, bay leaf, endive, butter, chicken stock.
How to make it keto
Request no potatoes. Substitute with low-carb vegetables like sautéed spinach, braised endive, or a side salad (no croutons).
Say this to the waiter (French)
Pas de pommes de terre, s'il vous plaît. Pourrais-je avoir des épinards, de l'endive braisée ou une salade verte sans croûtons à la place ?
No potatoes, please. Could I have sautéed spinach, braised endive, or a side salad with no croutons instead?
Watch out for
Potential hidden sugars in vegetable glazes or sauces if not specified.
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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