Maksakaste (Kartulivaba)
Creamy Liver Stew (Potato-Free)
Yes, with a tweak: request to be served with steamed green vegetables (e.g., broccoli, green beans) or cauliflower mash instead of potatoes; confirm no flour thickeners in the sauce. About 8g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Estonian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Sautéed pieces of beef or pork liver in a rich, creamy onion sauce, seasoned with traditional spices. Traditionally served with potatoes but modified to be served with a low-carb green vegetable instead, making it a nutrient-dense keto meal.
Key ingredients
Beef/pork liver, heavy cream, onions, butter/oil, broth, salt, pepper, marjoram, green vegetables (e.g., cauliflower mash, steamed broccoli).
How to make it keto
Request to be served with steamed green vegetables (e.g., broccoli, green beans) or cauliflower mash instead of potatoes; confirm no flour thickeners in the sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Estonian)
Palun kartuli asemel aurutatud rohelisi köögivilju või lillkapsapüreed. Kinnitage, et kaste on jahuvaba.
I'd like this with steamed green vegetables or cauliflower mash, not potatoes. Please confirm the sauce has no flour.
Watch out for
Flour is a common thickener for creamy sauces; generous amounts of onions can add carbs; always served with potatoes traditionally.
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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