Frikadellen (ohne Brösel) mit Senf und gedünstetem Gemüse
German Meatballs (without breadcrumbs) with Mustard and Steamed Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: ask if the meatballs can be made without breadcrumbs or with a keto-friendly binder. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Hearty pan-fried meatballs, typically made from ground beef or mixed meat. While some recipes use breadcrumbs, they can be omitted. Served with mustard and a side of green vegetables.
Key ingredients
Ground beef/pork, onions, eggs, spices, mustard, green beans/broccoli. Oil/butter for frying.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ask if the meatballs can be made without breadcrumbs or with a keto-friendly binder. Omit all carb sides (potatoes, pasta, bread). Request steamed green vegetables like broccoli or green beans.
Say this to the waiter (German)
Können die Frikadellen (ohne Brösel) ohne Semmelbrösel zubereitet werden? Bitte keine kohlenhydratreichen Beilagen. Ich hätte gerne gedämpftes grünes Gemüse, wie Brokkoli oder grüne Bohnen.
Can the Frikadellen (ohne Brösel) be made without breadcrumbs? No carb sides please. I'd like steamed green vegetables, like broccoli or green beans.
Watch out for
Breadcrumbs in meatballs, flour/starch in sauces, traditional potato/pasta/bread sides, some mustards.
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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