Dinde nan Sòs Kreyòl (San Sereyal/Legim Starchy)
Keto Turkey in Creole Sauce (No Grains/Starchy Vegetables)
Yes, with a tweak: request no added sugar in the sauce, no starchy thickeners (e.g., flour or cornstarch), and served with a side of sautéed green vegetables (like spinach or collard… About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender pieces of turkey stewed in a rich, savory Creole sauce made from tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, garlic, and epis (Haitian seasoning blend). This dish is naturally flavorful and is served without traditional starchy accompaniments to fit a keto diet.
Key ingredients
Turkey meat (e.g., thighs or breast), tomato paste, bell peppers, onions, garlic, olive oil, epis (parsley, thyme, scotch bonnet, cloves), chicken broth, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no added sugar in the sauce, no starchy thickeners (e.g., flour or cornstarch), and served with a side of sautéed green vegetables (like spinach or collard greens) or braised cabbage instead of rice, plantains, or root vegetables.
Say this to the waiter (Haitian Creole)
Pou Dinde nan Sòs Kreyòl la, tanpri pa mete sik ni anyen ki epesi sòs la. Sèvi l ak legim vèt sote oswa chou braisé olye diri oswa bannann.
For the Dinde nan Sòs Kreyòl, no added sugar or starchy thickeners in the sauce. Serve with sautéed greens or braised cabbage, not rice or plantains.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in commercial tomato paste, chef-added sugar for flavor balance, or use of starchy thickeners in the 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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