Matjes mit Zwiebeln und Rahmsauce (ohne Kartoffeln)
Matjes (Pickled Herring) with Cream Sauce and Onions (No Potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: omit boiled potatoes ('Salzkartoffeln'). About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 German dishes.
What it is
Delicately brined young herring fillets, served cold with thinly sliced raw onions and a creamy dill sauce. This refreshing traditional dish is naturally high in healthy fats and easily made keto-friendly by removing the potato accompaniment.
Key ingredients
Matjes herring fillets, sour cream/crème fraîche, mayonnaise, dill, onions, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, omit boiled potatoes ('Salzkartoffeln'). Confirm the cream sauce does not contain added sugar (typically it's savory, but always good to check).
Watch out for
Potatoes, hidden sugars in pre-made cream sauces (less common for Matjes but possible).
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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