Geschmortes Sauerkraut (Ungesüßt)
Braised Sauerkraut (Unsweetened)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly ask for 'ohne Zucker' (without sugar) and 'ohne Äpfel' (without apples). About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 German dishes.
What it is
Fermented cabbage, slowly braised with onions and spices. A classic German side dish, naturally low-carb but often sweetened or cooked with apples in restaurants.
Key ingredients
Sauerkraut, onions, juniper berries, bay leaf, white wine (optional), cooking fat.
How to make it keto
Explicitly ask for 'ohne Zucker' (without sugar) and 'ohne Äpfel' (without apples). Request plain, unadulterated sauerkraut.
Watch out for
Commonly cooked with added sugar, apples, or potato for texture/flavor; sometimes served with potato dumplings.
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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