Muhennetut Silakat
Stewed Herring in Cream Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no flour or starch is used to thicken the sauce; served with green salad, cauliflower mash, or steamed green vegetables instead of potatoes. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A traditional Finnish dish featuring herring fillets stewed in a rich, creamy sauce, often with dill. Typically served with boiled potatoes, but easily modified for keto with a side of steamed vegetables.
Key ingredients
Herring fillets, heavy cream, butter, dill, onion, salt, white pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no flour or starch is used to thicken the sauce; served with green salad, cauliflower mash, or steamed green vegetables instead of potatoes. Request a sugar-free preparation if possible.
Say this to the waiter (Finnish)
Saisinko Muhennetut Silakat ilman jauhoa tai tärkkelystä kastikkeessa? Lisukkeeksi salaattia, kukkakaalimuusia tai höyrytettyjä kasviksia. Voisiko olla sokeriton?
Can I have Muhennetut Silakat with no flour or starch in the sauce? Serve with green salad, cauliflower mash or steamed green vegetables, and ensure it's sugar-free.
Watch out for
Potential flour/starch as a thickener in the cream sauce, hidden sugars in some preparations, traditionally served with high-carb potatoes.
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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