Omelette du Fromage
Classic French Cheese Omelette
Yes, with a tweak: omit all traditional starchy sides such as bread, toast, or potatoes. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 French dishes.
What it is
A light, fluffy, and perfectly cooked French omelette, generously filled with melted, rich cheese (such as Gruyère or Emmental). Typically served with bread, which should be omitted.
Key ingredients
Eggs, butter, choice of cheese (e.g., Gruyère, Emmental), salt, black pepper, fresh herbs (optional).
How to make it keto
Omit all traditional starchy sides such as bread, toast, or potatoes. Confirm with the kitchen that no milk or flour is added to the egg mixture (traditional French omelettes typically use only eggs and butter).
Say this to the waiter (French)
Pour l'Omelette du Fromage, sans pain ni pommes de terre en accompagnement. Est-ce sans farine ni sucre, et sans garniture riche en glucides comme pommes de terre ou jambon sucré ?
Omelette du Fromage: no toast or potatoes. Is it free of flour or sugar, and no carb-heavy fillings like potatoes or sweetened ham?
Watch out for
Accompanying bread/potatoes, potential milk or cream in the egg mixture (though not traditional French style).
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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