Königsberger Klopse (low-carb style, ohne Kartoffeln)
German Meatballs in Creamy Caper Sauce (no potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm meatballs are 'ohne Semmelbrösel' (without breadcrumbs) or minimal. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Poached meatballs, typically made from veal or beef, served in a distinctive creamy white sauce flavored generously with capers and lemon. Traditionally served with boiled potatoes, these must be omitted. Ensure both the meatballs are low-carb (no breadcrumbs) and the sauce is starch-free.
Key ingredients
Ground veal/beef/pork (mixture), egg, onion, salt, pepper, bay leaf, allspice. Sauce: Heavy cream, capers, lemon juice, beef/veal broth, butter.
How to make it keto
Confirm meatballs are 'ohne Semmelbrösel' (without breadcrumbs) or minimal. Inquire if the sauce is 'ohne Mehl/Stärke' (without flour/starch). Request 'ohne Kartoffeln' (without potatoes).
Say this to the waiter (German)
Keto Königsberger Klopse: Klopse ohne Semmelbrösel/mehlfrei? Sahnesoße ohne Mehl/Stärke? Keine Salzkartoffeln, bitte.
Keto Königsberger Klopse: Meatballs without breadcrumbs or flour? Cream sauce not flour/starch thickened? No boiled potatoes.
Watch out for
Breadcrumbs in meatballs (very common), flour/starch in sauce, sugar in broth, traditional potato side.
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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