Filet de Poisson Meunière avec Haricots Verts
Pan-Fried Fish Meunière with Green Beans
Yes, with a tweak: request the fish to be pan-fried *without* flour/dredging. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 French dishes.
What it is
A delicate fish fillet (often sole or similar white fish) lightly floured (must be omitted for keto) and pan-fried in brown butter with lemon and parsley. Served with green beans, omitting any starchy sides.
Key ingredients
White fish fillet (e.g., sole, cod), butter, lemon juice, parsley, salt, pepper, green beans, olive oil.
How to make it keto
Request the fish to be pan-fried *without* flour/dredging. Ensure no starchy sides like potatoes or rice are served. Ask for green beans or a simple side salad.
Say this to the waiter (French)
Le poisson, sans farine pour la cuisson, s'il vous plaît. Pas de pommes de terre ni riz, juste des haricots verts ou une salade simple.
Please pan-fry the fish without flour. No potatoes or rice, just green beans or a simple side salad.
Watch out for
The traditional 'meunière' preparation involves dredging the fish in flour, which must be explicitly omitted. Ensure no hidden sugars in butter sauces or accompanying vegetables.
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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