Natur-Schnitzel (Kalb oder Schwein) mit Zitrone und Spargel
Unbreaded Veal or Pork Schnitzel with Lemon and Asparagus
Yes, with a tweak: emphatically request 'Natur' (natural) or 'unpaniert' (unbreaded) to ensure no flour or breadcrumbs are used. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 German dishes.
What it is
A thin cutlet of veal or pork, pounded thin and pan-fried without breading, served simply with a lemon wedge and tender asparagus spears.
Key ingredients
Veal or pork cutlet, salt, pepper, lemon, butter/oil for frying, asparagus.
How to make it keto
Emphatically request 'Natur' (natural) or 'unpaniert' (unbreaded) to ensure no flour or breadcrumbs are used. Omit any potato sides (fries, potato salad). Request asparagus plain or with butter.
Watch out for
Breaded (paniert) version, high-carb side dishes (fries, potatoes), sugary sauces.
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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