Gratin de Chou-fleur à la Crème
Creamy Cauliflower Gratin with Gruyère
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no flour is used to thicken the cream sauce (béchamel). About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A rich and comforting casserole featuring tender steamed cauliflower florets baked in a creamy sauce made with Gruyère cheese, heavy cream, and butter, often flavored with garlic and nutmeg, until bubbly and golden brown. This is a keto-friendly alternative to traditional potato gratin.
Key ingredients
Cauliflower, heavy cream, Gruyère cheese, butter, garlic, nutmeg, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Confirm no flour is used to thicken the cream sauce (béchamel). Ensure no potatoes are mixed in whatsoever. This dish is inherently a keto modification of a traditional potato dish.
Say this to the waiter (French)
Le Gratin de Chou-fleur à la Crème: La sauce est-elle sans farine? Et surtout, pas de pommes de terre mélangées, s'il vous plaît.
For the Gratin de Chou-fleur à la Crème, is the cream sauce flour-free? And please, no potatoes mixed in at all.
Watch out for
Hidden flour in béchamel sauce if not specifically made keto-friendly; some chefs might add a touch of potato or higher carb vegetables even in a 'cauliflower gratin' if not clarified. Watch for excessive onion in the base.
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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