Gebratenes Schweineschnitzel Natur (ungebraten)
Pan-Fried Pork/Veal Cutlet (Unbreaded) with Lemon
Yes, with a tweak: specifically request 'Schnitzel Natur' (natural schnitzel) or 'ungebratenes Schnitzel' (unbreaded schnitzel). About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 German dishes.
What it is
A thinly pounded cutlet of pork or veal, pan-fried without breading. This is a natural, unbreaded version of schnitzel, typically served with a slice of lemon. Carb sides are replaced with low-carb options.
Key ingredients
Pork or veal cutlet, butter/oil, salt, pepper, lemon.
How to make it keto
Specifically request 'Schnitzel Natur' (natural schnitzel) or 'ungebratenes Schnitzel' (unbreaded schnitzel). Ensure no flour dredging. Request low-carb sides like a green salad (grüner Salat) with oil and vinegar dressing, or steamed vegetables (gedünstetes Gemüse).
Watch out for
Sauces (e.g., Jägersauce, Zigeunersauce) often contain flour, sugar, or high-carb vegetables. Stick to plain lemon.
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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