Gebratener Leberkäse (Ohne Beilagen)
Pan-Fried Bavarian Meatloaf (No Sides)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no bun or bread is served. About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for German food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A regional meatloaf-like specialty, often pan-fried and served with a fried egg or potatoes. It has a smooth texture, similar to a coarse paté.
Key ingredients
Finely ground beef and pork, bacon, water, salt, spices (pepper, marjoram). Pan-fried in oil or butter.
How to make it keto
Ensure no bun or bread is served. Omit any side dishes like fried egg, mashed potatoes, or fries. Request plain slices, ideally pan-fried in butter. Confirm with the restaurant about starch binders if possible.
Say this to the waiter (German)
Den gebratenen Leberkäse bitte. Ohne Brötchen oder andere Beilagen. Nur die Scheiben, gerne in Butter gebraten.
Gebratener Leberkäse, please. No bun or other sides. Just the plain slices, pan-fried in butter.
Watch out for
Leberkäse often contains potato starch or flour as a binder, contributing significantly to carbs. Hidden sugars in seasoning mixes. Fried egg often implies additional carbs from sides.
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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