Canard nan Sòs
Duck in Creole Sauce (with Keto Sides)
Yes, with a tweak: request no starchy sides. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Haitian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender duck pieces slow-cooked in a rich, savory Haitian Creole sauce made with tomatoes, peppers, onions, and 'epis'. Served with keto-friendly side options.
Key ingredients
Duck meat, Haitian epis, tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, tomato paste, oil, thyme, cloves, Scotch bonnet pepper (optional), lime juice, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no starchy sides. Verify that the sauce is not thickened with flour or cornstarch. Request no added sugar in the sauce. Opt for sautéed green vegetables or a simple garden salad (no sugary dressing).
Say this to the waiter (Haitian Creole)
Pou Canard nan Sòs la, pa mete okenn akonpayman ki gen lanmidon. Sòs la, èske li san farin, lanmidon mayi, ak sik? Mwen ta renmen legim vèt sote oswa yon salad jaden senp.
For the Canard nan Sòs, I need no starchy sides. Please ensure the sauce has no flour, cornstarch, or added sugar. I'd like sautéed greens or a plain garden salad.
Watch out for
Creole sauces often contain a small amount of tomato paste (higher in carbs), hidden sugars, and can sometimes be thickened with flour/cornstarch. Standard presentation includes starchy sides.
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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