Lapin Boukannen
Grilled Rabbit (without starchy sides)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sugar is added to the marinade. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Haitian dishes.
What it is
Succulent rabbit, marinated in traditional Haitian epis (a blend of herbs, garlic, and peppers), then grilled until tender and slightly charred. Usually served with starchy sides like rice or plantains, but can be ordered simply grilled with a side of low-carb vegetables.
Key ingredients
Rabbit, Haitian epis (garlic, bell peppers, scallions, thyme, parsley, scotch bonnet pepper), lime juice, olive oil, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no sugar is added to the marinade. Request it served without traditional starchy sides (e.g., rice, plantains, potatoes). Ask for a side of steamed or sautéed low-carb vegetables (if available and not excluded).
Say this to the waiter (Haitian Creole)
Pou Lapin Boukannen an, pa mete sik nan marinad la. Pa mete akonpayman ki gen lanmidon tankou diri, souple. Èske m ka gen legim vapè oswa sote ki pa gen lanmidon?
For the Lapin Boukannen, no sugar in the marinade. No starchy sides like rice, please. Can I have steamed or sautéed low-carb vegetables instead?
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in marinade, cross-contamination from cooking surfaces that had starchy foods, traditional high-carb sides.
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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