Hareng Sòs
Salted Herring in Creole Sauce (without starchy sides)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no added sugar in the sauce. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Desalted whole or large pieces of herring simmered in a rich, vibrant Creole sauce made with tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, garlic, and aromatic herbs. Traditionally served with starchy sides like plantains or bread, but keto-friendly when served alone.
Key ingredients
Salted herring, tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, garlic, herbs
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no added sugar in the sauce. Omit all starchy accompaniments such as rice, bread, or plantains.
Say this to the waiter (Haitian Creole)
Pou Hareng Sòs la, silvouplè, pa mete sik nan sòs la. Tanpri, pa sèvi ak diri, pen, ni bannann.
For the Hareng Sòs, please ensure no added sugar in the sauce. Omit all starchy sides like rice, bread, or plantains.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in the Creole sauce, high-carb traditional side dishes.
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.
More on the Haitian menuAll 177 Haitian dishes ›
