Espinacas a la Crema
Creamed Spinach
Yes, keto as served. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Creamy and rich spinach cooked in a decadent sauce, typically made with heavy cream, butter, garlic, onion, and sometimes a touch of cheese. A satisfying and naturally keto-friendly side dish, often served in generous restaurant portions.
Key ingredients
Fresh or frozen spinach, heavy cream, butter, garlic, onion, Parmesan cheese (optional), salt, pepper. Cooked with ample cream and fat.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no flour or starch is used as a thickener in the cream sauce. Confirm no added sugar to the dish.
Watch out for
Flour/starch used as a thickener in the cream sauce, hidden sugars in seasoning, potential for high-carb vegetables mixed in (uncommon but possible).
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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