Balletjes in Tomatensaus (zonder paneermeel of suiker)
Belgian Meatballs in Sugar-Free Tomato Sauce (no breadcrumbs)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm the meatballs are made without breadcrumbs or other high-carb fillers. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Belgian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Large, tender Belgian-style meatballs made from a blend of ground meats, simmered in a rich and savory tomato sauce. Prepared without added sugar or breadcrumbs, and served without traditional carb accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Ground beef and/or pork, egg, finely chopped onion, fresh herbs (parsley, thyme), crushed tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, beef broth, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Confirm the meatballs are made without breadcrumbs or other high-carb fillers. Request the tomato sauce to be prepared without any added sugar. Explicitly omit traditional sides like pasta, rice, or fries.
Say this to the waiter (Dutch)
Kunt u bevestigen dat de balletjes zonder paneermeel of vullers zijn gemaakt? De tomatensaus graag zonder toegevoegde suiker. Geen pasta, rijst of friet, alstublieft.
Please confirm the meatballs are made without breadcrumbs or fillers. Tomato sauce without added sugar. No pasta, rice, or fries, please.
Watch out for
Meatballs often contain breadcrumbs or other starches as binders. Tomato sauces frequently have added sugar. Traditionally served with pasta or fries.
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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