Karjalanpaisti
Karelian Stew
Yes, with a tweak: request NO potatoes and NO carrots. About 9g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Finnish food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A slow-cooked, hearty stew made with chunks of beef and pork (sometimes lamb), onions, and a mix of whole spices like bay leaves and allspice. Traditionally served with keto-friendly vegetables.
Key ingredients
Beef chuck, pork shoulder, onions, bay leaves, allspice, black peppercorns, salt, water/broth.
How to make it keto
Request NO potatoes and NO carrots. Confirm no flour or other starchy thickeners are used in the stew.
Say this to the waiter (Finnish)
Karjalanpaisti ilman perunaa ja porkkanaa. Varmistatteko, ettei pataan ole käytetty jauhoja tai muita tärkkelyspohjaisia sakeutusaineita?
Karjalanpaisti without potatoes or carrots, please. Please confirm no flour or other starchy thickeners are used in the stew.
Watch out for
Potatoes, carrots (can be high in stews), potential flour/starch thickeners in the broth.
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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