Pwason Boukannen
Grilled Whole Fish (Keto, no starchy sides)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no rice, fried plantains (banann peze), fried yams, or other starchy carbohydrate sides are served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Haitian dishes.
What it is
A whole fish, such as snapper or tilapia, generously seasoned with Haitian epis, garlic, lime juice, and spices, then grilled until flaky and charred. Often served with a simple sauce or a squeeze of lime.
Key ingredients
Whole fish (snapper, tilapia, etc.), olive oil, lime juice, garlic, parsley, thyme, Scotch bonnet pepper (optional), epis (Haitian seasoning base).
How to make it keto
Ensure no rice, fried plantains (banann peze), fried yams, or other starchy carbohydrate sides are served. Opt for a simple green salad or plain avocado if available.
Say this to the waiter (Haitian Creole)
Pwason Boukannen an, silvouplè, pa mete diri, banann peze, patat fri, ni okenn lòt akonpayman ki gen lanmidon. Ban mwen yon ti salad vèt oswa zaboka pito.
I'd like the Pwason Boukannen without rice, banann peze, or other starchy sides. Please serve it with a green salad or plain avocado instead.
Watch out for
Marinades may contain small amounts of sugar; typically served with high-carb side dishes which must be avoided.
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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