Poronmaksapatee (Keto-Modifioitu)
Reindeer Liver Pâté (with Keto Sides)
Yes, with a tweak: request to serve without crackers, bread, or any sugary jams. About 8g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Finnish food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rich and savory pâté made from reindeer liver, often seasoned with juniper berries, herbs, and enhanced with butter and cream. Served without traditional high-carb crackers or bread, instead with a small amount of keto-friendly accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Reindeer liver, butter, heavy cream, onion, garlic, juniper berries, thyme, bay leaf, salt, pepper. Served with small amounts of pickled cucumber or a few fresh berries (if available).
How to make it keto
Request to serve without crackers, bread, or any sugary jams. Ask for a small side of dill pickles or very few fresh lingonberries/cranberries if desired.
Say this to the waiter (Finnish)
Poronmaksapatee ilman keksejä, leipää tai sokerisia hilloja. Saisinko pienen annoksen suolakurkkuja tai muutaman tuoreen puolukan?
Poronmaksapatee without crackers, bread, or sugary jams. Can I have a side of dill pickles or a few fresh lingonberries?
Watch out for
Served with high-carb crackers or bread, added sugar in some pâté recipes, overly generous serving of lingonberry jam.
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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