Bòf Etouffé ak Chou (Keto)
Keto Smothered Beef with Cabbage
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no flour or cornstarch is used to thicken the 'smothered' sauce. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Haitian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender beef pieces slow-cooked until fork-tender in a rich, savory gravy with braised cabbage, onions, and bell peppers. A hearty, comforting dish modified for a keto diet.
Key ingredients
Beef chuck or stew meat, cabbage, onions, bell peppers, garlic, Scotch bonnet pepper, olive oil, epis (Haitian seasoning base), beef broth, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no flour or cornstarch is used to thicken the 'smothered' sauce. Confirm no starchy vegetables are included (e.g., carrots, potatoes, plantains).
Say this to the waiter (Haitian Creole)
Pou Bòf Etouffé ak Chou a, tanpri asire pa gen farin oswa lanmidon kòm epesè, epi pa gen legim ki gen lanmidon.
For the Bòf Etouffé ak Chou, please ensure no flour or cornstarch thickener and no starchy vegetables.
Watch out for
Traditional smothered dishes often use flour as a thickener for the gravy. Hidden sugars can be present in some spice blends or broths.
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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