Ölhering mit Zwiebelringen
Pickled Herring in Oil with Onion Rings (No Bread)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure the herring is cured without added sugar (common in some marinades). About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 German dishes.
What it is
Traditionally cured herring fillets, preserved in oil and served simply with fresh raw onion rings. A classic German appetizer or light meal, especially popular in Northern Germany.
Key ingredients
Herring fillets (cured in oil), white onions, vegetable oil (e.g., rapeseed or sunflower), bay leaf (optional), peppercorns (optional).
How to make it keto
Ensure the herring is cured without added sugar (common in some marinades). Explicitly request no bread or potato sides. A small amount of vinegar in the curing process is typical but low carb.
Watch out for
Sugar in the herring pickling brine; hidden sugars in commercially prepared pickled herring.
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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