Schweinsbraten (ohne Beilagen)
Roast Pork (without sides)
Yes, with a tweak: request without bread dumplings (Semmelknödel) or potato side dishes (Kartoffelknödel, Bratkartoffeln). About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Austrian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A classic Austrian dish featuring slow-roasted pork (often shoulder or belly) with succulent meat and crispy crackling, typically served with a rich gravy.
Key ingredients
Pork roast (shoulder/belly), garlic, caraway seeds, salt, pepper, onions, beer (for gravy base), pork drippings, lard/oil.
How to make it keto
Request without bread dumplings (Semmelknödel) or potato side dishes (Kartoffelknödel, Bratkartoffeln). Inquire if the gravy is thickened with flour; if so, ask for just the pan juices or accept a minimal amount of carbs.
Say this to the waiter (German)
Bitte keine Semmelknödel oder Kartoffelbeilagen. Ist die Soße mit Mehl angedickt? Falls ja, hätte ich lieber nur den Bratensaft.
No Semmelknödel or Kartoffelbeilagen, please. Is the gravy thickened with flour? If so, I'd prefer just the pan juices.
Watch out for
Flour used to thicken the gravy, traditional high-carb side dishes (dumplings, potatoes), hidden sugars in marinades or gravy.
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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