Cornstarch is not keto-friendly. With ~91g net carbs per 100g, it's almost pure starch with no redeeming nutritional value for keto. Even 1 tablespoon (8g) provides 7g net carbs. Use keto-friendly thickeners like xanthan gum or glucomannan instead.
Cornstarch is not keto-friendly. With ~91g net carbs per 100g, it's almost pure starch with no redeeming nutritional value for keto. Even 1 tablespoon (8g) provides 7g net carbs. Use keto-friendly thickeners like xanthan gum or glucomannan instead.
Per 100g (raw)
Source: Nutritional databases and food labels
Cornstarch is incompatible with ketogenic diets. Do not use in keto cooking or baking.
Use 1/4–1/2 tsp xanthan gum per cup of liquid to thicken sauces, gravies, and soups with <1g net carbs.
Start with 1/8 tsp glucomannan powder per cup liquid; it's very powerful. Let sit to thicken fully.
Similar to xanthan gum; use sparingly (1/4–1/2 tsp per cup) to thicken without carbs.
Simmer sauces longer to evaporate water and naturally thicken without any thickener.
Add heavy cream, cream cheese, or grated hard cheese to thicken and add richness.