Helstegt Vagtel med Urter og Smørsauce (Keto-modificeret)
Roasted Quail with Herbs and Butter Sauce (Keto-modified)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sugary glazes are used on the quail during roasting. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Danish dishes.
What it is
Delicate whole quail, roasted to perfection with fragrant herbs and garlic, served with a rich, velvety butter sauce and a side of steamed green vegetables, making it suitable for a ketogenic diet.
Key ingredients
Whole quail, butter, olive oil, fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, parsley), garlic, chicken broth, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, steamed green beans or asparagus (for keto side).
How to make it keto
Ensure no sugary glazes are used on the quail during roasting. The butter sauce should be pure butter and herbs, without any starch thickeners or added sugars. Serve with only low-carb green vegetables, omitting any potato or rice accompaniments.
Say this to the waiter (Danish)
Til Helstegt Vagtel: Ingen sukkerholdig glaze på vagtlen. Smørsaucen skal være ren smør/urter, uden stivelse/sukker. Servér kun med grønne lav-kulhydrat grøntsager, ingen kartofler/ris.
For Helstegt Vagtel: No sugary glaze on quail. Butter sauce pure butter/herbs, no starch/sugar. Serve with low-carb green vegetables only, no potato/rice.
Watch out for
Potential for sugary marinades or glazes on the bird. Sauces might contain hidden starches or sugars. Traditional starchy sides.
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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