Naudan Kieli ja Kermainen Sipulikastike
Braised Beef Tongue with Creamy Onion Sauce and Keto Sides
Yes, with a tweak: request no potatoes or root vegetables. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Finnish dishes.
What it is
Tender, slow-braised beef tongue, typically sliced and served with a rich, savory creamy onion sauce. Traditionally served with potatoes, but here paired with steamed keto vegetables like broccoli or asparagus.
Key ingredients
Beef tongue, beef broth, bay leaves, peppercorns, heavy cream, onions, butter, salt, black pepper, keto vegetables (e.g., broccoli, green beans).
How to make it keto
Request no potatoes or root vegetables. Ensure the cream sauce has no added thickeners (e.g., flour, cornstarch) and no hidden sugars.
Say this to the waiter (Finnish)
Ei perunoita tai juureksia, kiitos. Varmistattehan, ettei kermaisessa kastikkeessa ole sakeuttamisaineita tai sokeria.
No potatoes or root vegetables, please. Please ensure the cream sauce has no added thickeners or sugars.
Watch out for
Traditional serving with boiled potatoes or purées. Sauces might be thickened with flour/starch or contain hidden sugars.
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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