Rindergulasch (Keto: No Noodles/Potatoes, Focus on Meat Stew)
Beef Goulash (Keto: No Noodles/Potatoes, Focus on Meat Stew)
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely omit any egg noodles (Spätzle), potatoes, or bread. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for German food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A comforting and rich beef stew, slow-cooked with ample paprika, onions, and sometimes tomatoes, creating a deeply flavored sauce. Traditionally served with egg noodles (Spätzle), potatoes, or bread. For keto, this hearty stew is served on its own, focusing on the tender meat and savory sauce, without any starchy accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Beef stew meat, onions, paprika, beef broth, tomatoes (optional), cooking oil/fat, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Absolutely omit any egg noodles (Spätzle), potatoes, or bread. Be aware that the stew's gravy might be thickened with a small amount of flour, contributing to carbs; accept this as part of restaurant reality or inquire if a thickener-free version is possible.
Say this to the waiter (German)
Zum Rindergulasch bitte keine Nudeln, Knödel oder Kartoffeln. Ist die Soße ohne Mehl oder Stärke angedickt? Oder nur minimal?
For the Rindergulasch, please omit all starchy sides. Is the sauce thickened without flour or cornstarch? Or minimal use?
Watch out for
Flour thickeners in the stew, high-carb sides (noodles, potatoes, bread). Hidden sugars in tomato-based versions.
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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