Gebratene Leber mit Zwiebeln (Keto Modified)
Pan-Fried Liver with Sautéed Onions and Spinach (No Apples)
Yes, with a tweak: request omission of apples, which are traditionally served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 German dishes.
What it is
Tender pan-fried calf or beef liver, served with plenty of buttery sautéed onions. Modified to exclude apples and served with a healthy portion of spinach instead of potatoes.
Key ingredients
Calf or beef liver, onions, butter, salt, pepper, cooking oil, fresh spinach.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request omission of apples, which are traditionally served. Ensure the liver is not dredged in flour. Omit any potato sides. Ask for spinach or another low-carb green vegetable.
Say this to the waiter (German)
Bitte die Äpfel weglassen. Die Leber nicht in Mehl wenden. Keine Kartoffeln dazu. Ich hätte gerne Spinat oder anderes kohlenhydratarmes grünes Gemüse.
Omit apples. Liver not dredged in flour. No potatoes. I'd like spinach or another low-carb green vegetable.
Watch out for
Traditional preparation includes apples, which are high in carbs. Liver is sometimes dredged in flour before frying. Potatoes are a common side.
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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