Leberkäse mit Spiegelei und Senf
Bavarian Meatloaf with Fried Egg and Mustard
Yes, with a tweak: omit the traditional bread roll (Semmel). About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 German dishes.
What it is
Thick slices of baked Bavarian meatloaf, similar to a finely ground, seasoned pâté, often served hot. Paired with a perfectly fried egg and a dollop of sharp mustard. This dish is usually accompanied by a bread roll, which is omitted.
Key ingredients
Leberkäse (meatloaf), eggs, cooking oil or butter, mustard (Düsseldorf or Bavarian sweet, specified unsweetened), salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Omit the traditional bread roll (Semmel). Choose unsweetened mustard. Confirm the Leberkäse itself doesn't contain significant fillers (unlikely for authentic versions).
Say this to the waiter (German)
Keine Kartoffeln oder Brot als Beilage, bitte. Ist der Senf zuckerfrei?
No potatoes or bread as a side, please. Is the mustard sugar-free?
Watch out for
Bread rolls, sweet Bavarian mustard, potential (but rare) flour fillers in meatloaf.
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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