Sole Meunière (Keto-Style)
Pan-Seared Sole in Lemon Butter Sauce (no flour)
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely essential: request the fish be pan-fried with NO flour or breading (ask for 'sans farine'). About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 French dishes.
What it is
A delicate and classic preparation of pan-seared white fish, typically Dover sole, cooked in a generous amount of browned butter with fresh lemon juice and chopped parsley. The traditional light dusting of flour (meunière style) is explicitly omitted for a keto diet. Served with a side of steamed and buttered broccoli.
Key ingredients
Sole fillet, butter, fresh lemon juice, fresh parsley, salt, pepper, broccoli, olive oil.
How to make it keto
Absolutely essential: request the fish be pan-fried with NO flour or breading (ask for 'sans farine'). Ensure any accompanying side vegetables are low-carb and prepared simply without sugar.
Watch out for
The primary carb risk is the flour coating (dredging) traditionally used for 'meunière' preparation. Confirm this is completely omitted. Ensure any accompanying sauces or glazes on side vegetables are sugar-free.
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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