Steak au Poivre with Keto Sides
Pepper Steak with Cream Sauce and Green Beans
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request *no fries* (frites). About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A thick cut of beef steak (often filet mignon or sirloin) crusted with crushed black peppercorns, served with a rich, creamy sauce made with brandy, heavy cream, and a touch of demi-glace. Modified to omit traditional french fries, accompanied by fresh steamed green beans.
Key ingredients
Beef steak (filet mignon, sirloin), black peppercorns, heavy cream, brandy (or Cognac), butter, olive oil, beef stock/demi-glace, green beans.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request *no fries* (frites). Ask for a side of non-starchy vegetables such as green beans, asparagus, or a simple side salad with oil and vinegar dressing. Confirm no flour is used to thicken the sauce.
Say this to the waiter (French)
Pas de frites, s'il vous plaît. Je prendrais des légumes verts (haricots verts, asperges) ou une salade avec vinaigrette. Et pas de farine dans la sauce, s'il vous plaît.
No fries, please. Can I have green vegetables like green beans or asparagus, or a side salad with oil and vinegar? Please confirm no flour in the sauce.
Watch out for
Traditional french fry sides, flour thickeners in sauce (less common for true au poivre, but possible), sugary glazes or reductions.
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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