Is Roux Keto-Friendly? The Ultimate Guide to Low-Carb Thickeners
                                
                                
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                                A traditional roux, made with equal parts butter and wheat flour, is not keto-friendly due to its high carbohydrate content. This means that classic sauces, stews, and gravies are off-limits on a strict ketogenic diet unless a suitable, low-carb alternative is used.