Pot-au-feu (Keto)
Beef and Vegetable Broth (No Starchy Vegetables)
Yes, with a tweak: request no potatoes or carrots. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for French food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A traditional French beef stew where various cuts of beef are slowly simmered with select vegetables and herbs in a flavorful, clear broth. Modified for keto by omitting all starchy vegetables like potatoes and carrots, focusing on the rich beef and wholesome broth with low-carb greens.
Key ingredients
Beef (e.g., chuck, brisket, marrow bones), beef bones (for broth), leeks, celery, cabbage, turnips (small amount for flavor, or omit), fresh herbs (bay leaf, thyme), salt, black pepper, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Request no potatoes or carrots. Focus on the beef, broth, and low-carb vegetables like leeks (in moderation), celery, and cabbage. Ensure no flour or sugar in the broth. Request no bread.
Say this to the waiter (French)
Pour le Pot-au-feu, sans pommes de terre, carottes ni pain, s'il vous plaît. Le bouillon est-il sans farine ni sucre ? Je souhaiterais la viande avec des légumes faibles en glucides.
For the Pot-au-feu, no potatoes, carrots, or bread, please. Is the broth made without flour or sugar? I'd like the beef with low-carb vegetables.
Watch out for
Traditional starchy vegetables (potatoes, carrots, large amounts of turnips); hidden sugars in pre-made broth; often served with bread.
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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