Homard Thermidor
Lobster Thermidor (No Rice or Potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice or potatoes. About 9g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for French food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Luxurious dish featuring cooked lobster meat removed from the shell, mixed with a rich, creamy sauce made with egg yolks, brandy (or white wine), and mushrooms, then stuffed back into the lobster shell, topped with cheese, and browned. Typically served with rice or potatoes, which are omitted for keto.
Key ingredients
Lobster, butter, heavy cream, egg yolks, brandy/white wine, mushrooms, Gruyère cheese, shallots, Dijon mustard, parsley, cayenne pepper, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no rice or potatoes. Confirm no flour or starch is used as a thickener for the sauce. Inquire about sugar content in brandy if possible.
Watch out for
Brandy or white wine contain some carbs. Shallots and mushrooms contribute small amounts. Flour/starch is often used as a thickener in the sauce; confirm absence. Hidden sugars in pre-made sauces or low-quality ingredients.
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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