Gegrilltes Hähnchen / Ente
Whole Roasted Chicken or Duck (Hendl/Ente)
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 German dishes.
What it is
A popular beer garden staple, especially "Hendl" (roast chicken), slow-roasted to perfection, often seasoned simply with salt, pepper, and herbs. Roast duck (Ente) is also a common and naturally keto-friendly option.
Key ingredients
Whole chicken or duck, salt, pepper, paprika, herbs (e.g., marjoram), cooking fat/drippings.
Optional tweaks
Omit any potato or bread-based sides. Ensure no sugary glazes are used on the skin.
Say this to the waiter (German)
Bitte ohne Kartoffel- oder Brotbeilagen. Und keine Zuckerglasur auf der Haut, bitte.
No potato or bread sides, please. Please ensure no sugary glazes are used on the skin.
Watch out for
Glazes on chicken/duck can contain sugar, potato or bread 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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