Cuisse de Canard Confite
Duck Leg Confit with Sautéed Green Beans
Yes, with a tweak: request to be served without any potato accompaniment (e.g., potatoes Sarladaises, pommes frites). About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 French dishes.
What it is
A classic Gascon dish where duck legs are slow-cooked in their own rendered fat until incredibly tender, then pan-fried or roasted to crisp the skin before serving.
Key ingredients
Duck leg, duck fat, salt, pepper, garlic, thyme.
How to make it keto
Request to be served without any potato accompaniment (e.g., potatoes Sarladaises, pommes frites). Ask for a generous side of green vegetables like haricots verts (green beans), spinach, or asparagus sautéed in butter.
Watch out for
Almost universally served with potatoes in French restaurants. Ensure no added sugars in the curing process (rare for authentic confit, but always good to check).
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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