Königsberger Klopse (mit Blumenkohlreis)
Prussian Meatballs in Caper Cream Sauce (with Cauliflower Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: ask if meatballs can be made without breadcrumbs or with minimal. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for German food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender boiled meatballs, typically a mix of ground veal, pork, or beef, served in a creamy white sauce distinctly flavored with capers and lemon. Traditionally served with boiled potatoes.
Key ingredients
Ground veal/pork/beef, egg, onion, anchovies/sardines (for umami), heavy cream, capers, lemon juice, butter, beef/fish broth, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ask if meatballs can be made without breadcrumbs or with minimal. The sauce often uses flour/starch as a thickener; request a non-thickened version if possible. Crucially, replace boiled potatoes with cauliflower rice or steamed green vegetables.
Watch out for
Breadcrumbs in meatballs, flour/starch thickeners in sauce, potential sugar in caper preparations, high-carb traditional potato 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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