Filet de Poisson Poêlé au Beurre (Sans Farine)
Pan-Fried Fish Fillet in Butter Sauce (No Flour, Keto Sides)
Yes, with a tweak: request that the fish be pan-fried WITHOUT any flour coating. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 French dishes.
What it is
A simple yet elegant dish featuring a fresh fish fillet (e.g., sole, cod, sea bass) pan-fried in generous butter. Traditionally, a 'meunière' style involves a light flour dusting, which is omitted for keto, and served with lemon and keto-friendly sides.
Key ingredients
Fresh white fish fillet, butter, lemon, capers (optional), parsley, salt, pepper, olive oil. Served with a side of sautéed asparagus or broccoli.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request that the fish be pan-fried WITHOUT any flour coating. Ask for steamed or sautéed low-carb vegetables (e.g., asparagus, broccoli, spinach, green beans) instead of potatoes, rice, or other starchy sides. Confirm the sauce is pure butter/lemon, not thickened with flour.
Watch out for
Flour coating on the fish (e.g., traditional 'meunière'), starchy sides (potatoes, rice), potential hidden sugars in some lemon-butter sauces if pre-made.
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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