Keto Zwiebelkuchen (Mandelmehlboden)
Keto Onion Tart with Almond Flour Crust
Yes, with a tweak: the traditional wheat flour crust is replaced with an almond flour crust. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for German food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A savory tart featuring a rich, gluten-free almond flour crust, topped with slowly caramelized onions, crispy bacon or speck, and a creamy egg-custard filling, baked until golden brown. A keto adaptation of the classic German onion tart.
Key ingredients
Almond flour, butter, egg, cream cheese (for crust); onions, bacon or speck, eggs, heavy cream, Gruyere or Emmental cheese, nutmeg, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
The traditional wheat flour crust is replaced with an almond flour crust. Onions are caramelized slowly without added sugar. Confirm no starch thickeners in the custard.
Watch out for
Caramelized onions can be high in natural sugars; ensure no sugar added. Small amounts of starch in some cheeses or cream.
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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