Gebratener Speck mit Spiegelei
Fried Bacon and Eggs with Keto Sides
Yes, with a tweak: omit any accompanying bread, rolls, or fried potatoes. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 German dishes.
What it is
A simple and satisfying dish of crispy fried bacon (Speck) served with sunny-side-up fried eggs (Spiegelei). Often served with bread or fried potatoes. Keto version focuses purely on the protein and fat.
Key ingredients
Smoked bacon, eggs, cooking fat (butter/oil), salt, pepper, (modified: green salad or extra vegetables).
How to make it keto
Omit any accompanying bread, rolls, or fried potatoes. Request a simple green salad with oil and vinegar, or extra steamed non-starchy vegetables.
Say this to the waiter (German)
Bitte kein Brot oder Bratkartoffeln dazu. Kann ich stattdessen einen grünen Salat mit Öl und Essig oder extra gedünstetes Gemüse bekommen?
Please omit any bread or fried potatoes. May I have a simple green salad with oil and vinegar, or extra steamed vegetables instead?
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in cured bacon, bread, rolls, fried potatoes.
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.