Poisson Meunière (Keto-style)
Pan-Seared Fish with Lemon Butter Sauce (no flour)
Yes, with a tweak: request the fish to be pan-seared *without* flour or any breading. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 French dishes.
What it is
A delicate white fish fillet (such as sole or cod), pan-seared without flour, then finished with a classic French sauce of browned butter, fresh lemon juice, and chopped parsley.
Key ingredients
White fish fillet (e.g., Sole, Cod, Halibut), butter, fresh lemon juice, fresh parsley, salt, black pepper, olive oil.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request the fish to be pan-seared *without* flour or any breading. Confirm that the sauce is made solely from butter, lemon, and parsley, with no added thickeners or sugar. Ask for keto-friendly vegetable sides.
Watch out for
Traditional 'meunière' preparation usually involves a light flour dusting. Ensure no carby side dishes are included.
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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