Zepina ak Vyann/Pwason
Sautéed Spinach with Meat or Fish
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Haitian dishes.
What it is
A nutritious and flavorful dish featuring fresh spinach sautéed with your choice of savory meat (such as beef or chicken) or fish, along with onions, garlic, bell peppers, and traditional Haitian seasoning. It’s a complete meal that is naturally low in carbs.
Key ingredients
Fresh spinach, choice of beef, chicken, or fish, onions, garlic, bell peppers, olive oil/cooking oil, thyme, parsley, salt, black pepper, Scotch bonnet pepper (optional).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no starchy vegetables (e.g., plantains, yams, potatoes) are incorporated into the dish, as sometimes other 'legim' are mixed in. Confirm no added sugar.
Say this to the waiter (Haitian Creole)
Zepina ak Vyann/Pwason an, tanpri asire w pa gen legim ki gen lanmidon tankou bannann, yanm, oswa pòmdetè. Epi pa gen sik ajoute, souple.
For the Zepina ak Vyann/Pwason, please ensure no starchy vegetables like plantains, yams, or potatoes are added. And no added sugar, please.
Watch out for
Inclusion of starchy root vegetables or plantains; potential hidden sugars in seasonings or sauces.
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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