Graten Berejèn ak Fwomaj
Keto Eggplant and Cheese Gratin
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no béchamel sauce (often made with flour) is used unless it's a keto-friendly version (e.g., cream-based). About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Haitian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A savory baked gratin made with tender slices of eggplant layered with a rich Creole-seasoned tomato sauce and generous amounts of cheese, baked until bubbly and golden.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, cheese (e.g., mozzarella, parmesan), tomato paste/sauce, bell peppers, onions, garlic, thyme, parsley, olive oil, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure no béchamel sauce (often made with flour) is used unless it's a keto-friendly version (e.g., cream-based). Confirm no breadcrumbs are used for topping. Verify no sugar in the tomato sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Haitian Creole)
Pou Graten Berejèn ak Fwomaj la, tanpri konfime pa gen sòs bècham ki fèt ak farin ni pen griye. Epi, pa gen sik ajoute nan sòs tomat la.
For the Graten Berejèn ak Fwomaj, please confirm no flour-based béchamel and no breadcrumbs. Also, no added sugar in the tomato sauce.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in tomato paste/sauce. Traditional gratins may use flour-based béchamel or breadcrumbs. Restaurant portions can be large, increasing carb count from tomato/eggplant.
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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