Kribich Boukannen
Grilled Prawns
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Haitian dishes.
What it is
Large prawns (kribich) marinated in a zesty, spicy Haitian seasoning and grilled to perfection. Simple, flavorful, and naturally low-carb.
Key ingredients
Large prawns, olive oil, lime juice, garlic, Scotch bonnet pepper, parsley, thyme, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Confirm no sugary marinades, glazes, or sauces are used. Ensure they are simply grilled with oil and natural spices.
Say this to the waiter (Haitian Creole)
Pou Kribich Boukannen an, tanpri konfime pa gen marinad, glase, oswa sòs ki gen sik.
For the Kribich Boukannen, please confirm no sugary marinades, glazes, or sauces.
Watch out for
Some restaurants might use pre-made marinades with added sugar or offer a sweet dipping 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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