Poronkäristys
Sautéed Reindeer
Yes, with a tweak: request NO mashed potatoes and NO lingonberry jam. About 8g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Finnish food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Thinly sliced, sautéed reindeer meat, typically served with mashed cauliflower and lingonberry jam. A traditional delicacy, especially from Lapland.
Key ingredients
Reindeer meat (thinly sliced), butter, onion, water/broth, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Request NO mashed potatoes and NO lingonberry jam. Ask if the sauce has any flour or thickeners, request without if possible. A side of pickled cucumbers (check for sugar) or a simple green salad (no dressing) could be an alternative.
Say this to the waiter (Finnish)
Poronkäristys ilman perunamuusia ja puolukkahilloa. Onko kastikkeessa jauhoja tai sakeutusainetta? Lisukkeeksi suolakurkkuja tai vihreä salaatti.
Poronkäristys, no mashed potatoes or lingonberry jam. Confirm sauce is flour/thickener-free. Pickled cucumbers or a plain green salad.
Watch out for
Mashed potatoes, lingonberry jam (very high sugar), potential flour in sauce, hidden sugar in pickled cucumbers.
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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