Siskonmakkarakeitto (Keto-Modified)
Keto Siskonmakkara Soup
Yes, with a tweak: insist on *no* potatoes, carrots, leeks, or other high-carb root vegetables. About 8g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Finnish food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A comforting, clear broth soup featuring fresh, unskinned 'siskonmakkara' pork sausages, often with some low-carb vegetables. A hearty and flavorful meal.
Key ingredients
Siskonmakkara (fresh pork sausage), clear broth (chicken or vegetable), cabbage, celery, spinach, heavy cream (optional), fresh parsley, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Insist on *no* potatoes, carrots, leeks, or other high-carb root vegetables. Ask for extra low-carb vegetables like cabbage, celery, spinach, or green beans instead. Confirm no flour or starch is used to thicken the broth.
Say this to the waiter (Finnish)
Siskonmakkarakeitto: ei perunoita, porkkanoita, purjoa tai juureksia. Tilalle extra vähähiilihydraattisia kasviksia. Lientä ei saa sakeuttaa jauhoilla/tärkkelystä.
Siskonmakkarakeitto: no potatoes, carrots, leeks, or high-carb root vegetables. Extra low-carb vegetables instead. Confirm no flour/starch to thicken broth.
Watch out for
Traditional versions are loaded with potatoes and carrots, sometimes also leeks and other root vegetables. Broth can be thickened with flour.
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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