Poron kieli
Braised Reindeer Tongue
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Finnish dishes.
What it is
Reindeer tongue is a delicacy in Finnish cuisine, often slow-braised until tender. It's rich in flavor and naturally keto-friendly, typically served in its own cooking liquid or a simple gravy.
Key ingredients
Reindeer tongue, beef broth, bay leaves, peppercorns, onion, carrot (minimal for flavor, can be omitted), salt.
Optional tweaks
Ensure the accompanying sauce is not thickened with flour/starch and no root vegetables are served as sides. Request plain steamed or sautéed low-carb vegetables.
Say this to the waiter (Finnish)
Saisinko Poron kielen kastikkeen ilman jauhoa tai tärkkelystä? Lisukkeeksi höyrytettyjä tai paistettuja vähähiilihydraattisia kasviksia, ei juureksia.
For Poron kieli, please ensure the sauce is not thickened with flour/starch. I'd like plain steamed or sautéed low-carb vegetables instead of root vegetables.
Watch out for
Gravy/sauce thickened with flour/starch, traditionally served with high-carb root vegetables or mashed 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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