Pfefferpotthast (ohne Brotkrümel und Kartoffeln)
Westphalian Pot Roast (No Breadcrumbs, No Potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: essential: Ensure no breadcrumbs, flour, or other carb-based thickeners are used in the stew. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A hearty, traditional Westphalian beef stew, slow-cooked with a generous amount of onions, bay leaves, and whole peppercorns. In its keto-modified form, it omits the traditional breadcrumbs (or flour) used for thickening and is served without potatoes. The rich, tender, and intensely peppery meat stew is a satisfying and flavorful keto main course.
Key ingredients
Beef (e.g., brisket or shoulder), onions, beef broth, bay leaves, whole black peppercorns, lard or butter, Dijon mustard (sugar-free), salt, vinegar.
How to make it keto
Essential: Ensure no breadcrumbs, flour, or other carb-based thickeners are used in the stew. Omit any potato sides (boiled potatoes are traditional). Ensure mustard is sugar-free.
Watch out for
Breadcrumbs or flour used as a thickener in the stew. Potatoes served as a standard side. Hidden sugars in prepared mustard.
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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