Oeufs en Gelée
Eggs in Aspic
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 French dishes.
What it is
A classic French bistro appetizer consisting of hard-boiled eggs, often with diced ham or other savory elements, encased in a clear, flavorful, savory aspic made from clarified meat broth. Served chilled.
Key ingredients
Hard-boiled eggs, ham (optional), small amount of cooked low-carb vegetables (e.g., finely diced bell pepper, chives for garnish), clarified beef or chicken consommé, gelatin, herbs (e.g., parsley), salt, pepper.
Optional tweaks
Confirm minimal or no high-carb vegetables in the aspic (e.g., excessive peas or carrots); ensure the aspic is not sweetened.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in aspic. High-carb vegetables if used excessively for garnish. Potential starchy elements in ham if not specified.
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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