Poronlihapihvit
Reindeer Patties with Cream Sauce and Lingonberries
Yes, with a tweak: ask if patties contain breadcrumbs; if so, confirm a minimal amount or if a keto-friendly binder can be used. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Finnish food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Flavorful patties made from ground reindeer meat, often pan-fried, and typically served with a creamy sauce and tart lingonberry jam. Easily made keto by ensuring minimal or no breadcrumbs in the patties and opting for sugar-free lingonberry.
Key ingredients
Ground reindeer meat, egg, onion (small amount), salt, pepper, butter/oil for frying, heavy cream, beef broth, lingonberries (sugar-free option).
How to make it keto
Ask if patties contain breadcrumbs; if so, confirm a minimal amount or if a keto-friendly binder can be used. Request sugar-free lingonberry jam or plain unsweetened lingonberries. Avoid traditional potato sides.
Say this to the waiter (Finnish)
Poronlihapihvit: Onko pihveissä korppujauhoja? Jos, niin mahdollisimman vähän tai keto-ystävällinen sideaine. Sokeroimaton puolukka/luonnonpuolukoita. Ei perunalisukkeita.
Poronlihapihvit: breadcrumbs in patties? If so, minimal amount or keto binder. Sugar-free lingonberry jam or plain lingonberries. No potato sides.
Watch out for
Breadcrumbs or flour in patties, sugary lingonberry jam, flour-thickened sauces, high-carb sides.
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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