Leberkäse (ohne Beilage)
German Meatloaf (Leberkäse) with Mustard, Keto Modified
Yes, with a tweak: omit potato salad, fried egg (if commonly served with it), or bread rolls. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 German dishes.
What it is
A Bavarian specialty, Leberkäse (often translated as 'liver cheese' but usually contains no liver outside of specific regions) is a finely ground, baked meatloaf of pork and beef, typically served hot and sliced thick. It is naturally keto-friendly.
Key ingredients
Pork, beef, bacon, onions, salt, pepper, marjoram, various spices, often some pork rind/fat for texture.
How to make it keto
Omit potato salad, fried egg (if commonly served with it), or bread rolls. Enjoy with a good dollop of German mustard, checking for sugar content if possible. Request a simple side salad if desired.
Watch out for
Hidden fillers in some commercial Leberkäse (rare in traditional restaurants), sweetened mustard, carb-heavy traditional 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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