Bratwurst with Mustard and Side Salad (No Bun/Fries)
Grilled German Sausage with Mustard and Side Salad (Without Bun or Fries)
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely no bun (Brötchen) and no french fries (Pommes). About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 German dishes.
What it is
A popular grilled or pan-fried sausage, usually made from pork (sometimes veal or beef). It's a staple of German cuisine and very versatile.
Key ingredients
Pork sausage (various types, e.g., Nürnberger, Thüringer), salt, pepper, spices (e.g., marjoram, caraway), cooking oil, mustard, mixed greens, oil and vinegar.
How to make it keto
Absolutely no bun (Brötchen) and no french fries (Pommes). Request a side of plain German mustard (avoiding Süßer Senf/sweet mustard which contains sugar) and a green side salad with oil and vinegar dressing.
Watch out for
Fillers/binders in some mass-produced sausages, hidden sugars in mustard (especially 'sweet mustard'), traditional high-carb sides (bun, fries, potato salad).
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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