Keto Topfenknödel (mit Mandelmehl/Ricotta, herzhaft)
Savory Keto Quark Dumplings (with Almond Flour/Ricotta)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure dumplings are made with low-carb flour (e.g., almond flour) instead of wheat flour/semolina. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Austrian dishes.
What it is
Savory quark (Topfen) dumplings made with low-carb flour (e.g., almond or coconut flour), herbs, and spices, pan-fried until golden. Can be served as a main dish or side.
Key ingredients
Topfen (quark) or ricotta cheese, egg, almond flour/coconut flour, butter, chives/parsley, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure dumplings are made with low-carb flour (e.g., almond flour) instead of wheat flour/semolina. Confirm no sugar is added if served savory.
Say this to the waiter (German)
Sind die Knödel aus kohlenhydratarmem Mehl, z.B. Mandelmehl? Bitte bestätigen Sie, dass kein Zucker zugesetzt ist, da ich sie herzhaft möchte.
Are the dumplings made with low-carb flour, like almond flour? Please confirm no sugar is added, as I'd like them savory.
Watch out for
Hidden flours, added sugar if served sweet, starchy side dishes if served as a complement.
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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