Schafskäse mit Zwiebelringen und Kürbiskernöl
Sheep Cheese with Onion Rings and Pumpkin Seed Oil
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Austrian dishes.
What it is
A simple yet exquisitely flavorful appetizer or light meal, featuring crumbled or sliced sheep cheese (similar to feta or firm goat cheese), generously topped with thinly sliced raw red or white onion rings, and drizzled with pungent Styrian pumpkin seed oil.
Key ingredients
Sheep cheese, red or white onion, pumpkin seed oil, salt, pepper. Sometimes served on a small bed of green lettuce.
Optional tweaks
No specific modifications are typically needed as this dish is inherently keto-friendly. Ensure no bread or unexpected sweet dressings are added on the side.
Say this to the waiter (German)
Bitte den Schafskäse ohne Brot und ohne süße Dressings servieren.
Please ensure the Schafskäse comes without bread or any sweet dressings.
Watch out for
None inherent. A very large portion of onions could slightly increase carb count. Ensure no sugary balsamic glaze or similar is used if a dressing is added.
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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