Lihapallid koorekastmes
Meatballs in Cream Sauce (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: request no breadcrumbs or other starchy fillers in the meatballs (specify almond flour or just egg as binder). About 9g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Estonian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Savory meatballs, typically a mix of ground pork and beef, simmered gently in a rich, velvety cream sauce. Modified to be keto-friendly with a low-carb binder in the meatballs and a flour-free sauce. A hearty and satisfying dish.
Key ingredients
Ground pork, ground beef, eggs, onion, spices, heavy cream, butter, cooking oil, low-carb binder (e.g., almond flour), beef or vegetable broth.
How to make it keto
Request no breadcrumbs or other starchy fillers in the meatballs (specify almond flour or just egg as binder). Ensure the cream sauce is thickened without flour or starch. Confirm no added sugars in the sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Estonian)
Lihapallides palun ilma riivsaia või tärkliserikaste täiteaineteta, sidumiseks mandlijahu või muna. Koorekaste olgu ilma jahu/tärkliseta ja suhkruta.
For Lihapallid, no breadcrumbs or starch in meatballs, use almond flour or egg. Cream sauce must be starch-free and sugar-free.
Watch out for
Meatballs frequently contain breadcrumbs. Cream sauces are often thickened with flour. Hidden sugars can be in broth or pre-made sauce bases. Usually served with high-carb 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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