Coq au Vin (Keto)
Chicken Braised in Red Wine with Keto Sides
Yes, with a tweak: request no flour thickener in the sauce. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for French food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A classic French dish featuring chicken braised in red wine with lardons, mushrooms, and pearl onions, served with a side of sautéed green beans and butter instead of traditional potatoes or pasta. The rich sauce is usually made without flour thickeners, but check with the kitchen.
Key ingredients
Chicken thighs/drumsticks, red wine (Burgundy), bacon/lardons, mushrooms, pearl onions, garlic, chicken broth, butter, olive oil, fresh herbs (thyme, bay leaf), green beans.
How to make it keto
Request no flour thickener in the sauce. Ensure no potatoes, rice, or pasta are served; ask for a side of green vegetables (e.g., green beans, asparagus, broccoli) sautéed in butter.
Say this to the waiter (French)
Pour le Coq au Vin, pas de farine pour la sauce s'il vous plaît. Avec des légumes verts sautés au beurre, sans pommes de terre, riz ou pâtes.
Please prepare the Coq au Vin without flour in the sauce. Serve with green vegetables sautéed in butter, no potatoes, rice, or pasta.
Watch out for
Red wine reduction (sugar from grapes), pearl onions (small amount), potential flour thickeners in restaurant sauces, hidden sugars in pre-made stocks or sauces.
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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