Pivní sýr s cibulí
Beer Cheese with Onion (No Bread)
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Czech dishes.
What it is
A classic Czech pub appetizer, this dish consists of a block or scoop of soft, usually ripened cheese (often a blend of various cheeses) served with a generous amount of finely chopped raw onion, salt, and pepper. Traditionally enjoyed with beer, it's typically spread on bread.
Key ingredients
Soft cheese (e.g., a mix of quark, butter, spices, or a mild ripened soft cheese), raw yellow onion, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Crucially, this dish must be served strictly without bread, rolls, or any high-carb crackers. Confirm no hidden sugars in the cheese blend.
Say this to the waiter (Czech)
"Pivní sýr s cibulí" prosím striktně bez chleba, rohlíků a krekrů. Potvrdit, že sýr neobsahuje skryté cukry.
"Pivní sýr s cibulí" strictly without bread, rolls, or crackers. Please confirm no hidden sugars in the cheese.
Watch out for
The most significant risk is being served with bread or high-carb crackers. Some commercial cheese blends might contain minor starches or sugars.
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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