Pečená husa
Roasted Goose (without starchy sides)
Yes, with a tweak: request without knedlíky (dumplings) or brambory (potatoes). About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A classic Czech festive dish, a whole goose roasted until the skin is crispy and the meat is tender and rich. It's naturally very high in fat and protein.
Key ingredients
Goose, salt, caraway seeds, onion (for roasting).
How to make it keto
Request without knedlíky (dumplings) or brambory (potatoes). Ensure any accompanying zelí (cabbage) is prepared without sugar or flour thickeners. Ask for plain braised cabbage or a simple green salad if available.
Say this to the waiter (Czech)
Pečenou husu bych poprosil(a) bez knedlíků a brambor. Zelí prosím bez cukru a mouky. Ideálně dušené zelí nebo zelený salát.
Could I have the Pečená husa without knedlíky or brambory? Zelí needs to be without sugar/flour. Plain braised cabbage or green salad if possible.
Watch out for
Traditional side dishes like dumplings and potatoes are high carb. Cabbage can sometimes be sweetened or thickened with flour. Hidden sugars in marinades or sauces are possible, though less common for a simple roast goose.
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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