Obatzda (Keto Style)
Bavarian Cheese Spread with Vegetable Dippers (No Bread)
Yes, with a tweak: request without bread or pretzels. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 German dishes.
What it is
A creamy, flavorful Bavarian cheese spread made from aged Camembert, butter, cream cheese, paprika, and onions, often with a splash of beer. Traditionally served with pretzels or rye bread, which must be omitted.
Key ingredients
Camembert, butter, cream cheese, paprika, onion, caraway seeds, a splash of beer (negligible carbs), salt, pepper. Sometimes served with chives or radish.
How to make it keto
Request without bread or pretzels. Ask for celery sticks, cucumber slices, or radishes as dippers. Confirm no added sugar in the spread (unlikely but possible).
Say this to the waiter (German)
Obatzda: Kein Brot, keine Brezeln. Bitte Sellerie, Gurke oder Radieschen zum Dippen. Ist der Obatzda ohne Zuckerzusatz?
Obatzda: No bread or pretzels. Celery, cucumber, or radishes for dipping, please. Confirm no added sugar in the spread.
Watch out for
Beer (small amount usually), carby accompaniments (bread, pretzels).
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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