Matjes mit Zwiebeln und Kräutern
Matjes Herring with Onions and Herbs (without starchy sides)
Yes, with a tweak: omit any potatoes or bread that are typically served with it. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Delicately brined young herring fillets, served with fresh raw onions and herbs such as dill or chives. A tender and flavorful northern German specialty, explicitly served without traditional potato sides.
Key ingredients
Matjes herring fillets (lightly brined), raw onions, fresh dill/chives, sunflower oil, vinegar (minimal).
How to make it keto
Omit any potatoes or bread that are typically served with it. Confirm no added sugar in any accompanying cream sauce (though often served simply with oil/onions).
Say this to the waiter (German)
Keine Kartoffeln oder Brot dazu, bitte. Falls eine Sahnesoße dabei ist, ist die zuckerfrei?
No potatoes or bread, please. If there's a cream sauce, please confirm it's sugar-free.
Watch out for
Boiled potatoes (standard side), bread, potential added sugar in cream sauces if served with one (e.g., Sahnehering).
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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