Homard Boukannen
Grilled Lobster
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Haitian dishes.
What it is
Whole lobster or lobster tail grilled to perfection, often basted with garlic butter and lime. A naturally keto-friendly and luxurious dish.
Key ingredients
Lobster, butter, garlic, lime juice, salt, black pepper, optional herbs (parsley, thyme).
Optional tweaks
Request no sugary marinades, glazes, or sauces. Ensure only butter, garlic, lime, and herbs are used.
Say this to the waiter (Haitian Creole)
Pou Homard Boukannen an, pa mete marinad dous, ni lòt sòs ki gen sik. Sèlman bè, lay, sitwon, ak remèd fèy.
For the Homard Boukannen, please use no sugary marinades, glazes, or sauces. Just butter, garlic, lime, and herbs.
Watch out for
Sugary marinades or glazes sometimes applied in restaurants. Served with high-carb sides by default (e.g., rice, plantains).
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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