Sole Meunière (Pan-Fried Sole with Lemon Butter Sauce)
Pan-Fried Sole with Lemon Butter Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: request the fish to be pan-fried without flour (à la meunière sans farine). About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 French dishes.
What it is
A classic French dish featuring whole Dover sole, lightly pan-fried in butter and served with a simple sauce of browned butter, lemon juice, and parsley. Traditionally lightly floured.
Key ingredients
Dover sole, butter, lemon juice, fresh parsley, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Request the fish to be pan-fried without flour (à la meunière sans farine). Omit any starchy sides like potatoes or rice. Request a side of plain green vegetables.
Watch out for
Traditional light flour dredge on the fish, potential for starchy side dishes. Ensure no added sugar in the lemon butter sauce.
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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