Schweineschnitzel Natur mit Pilzrahmsauce (ohne Panade)
Unbreaded Pork Cutlet with Creamy Mushroom Sauce and Keto Sides
Yes, with a tweak: ask for 'ohne Panade' (without breading) and 'ohne Pommes/Kartoffeln' (without fries/potatoes). About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for German food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A tender, pan-fried pork cutlet, served 'Natur' (unbreaded), topped with a rich and savory creamy mushroom sauce. This dish offers a delicious keto-friendly alternative to the breaded schnitzel, provided the high-carb sides are avoided.
Key ingredients
Pork loin cutlet, mushrooms, heavy cream, butter, beef broth, onions, salt, pepper, herbs (e.g., parsley).
How to make it keto
Crucially, ask for 'ohne Panade' (without breading) and 'ohne Pommes/Kartoffeln' (without fries/potatoes). Request a side of green salad with oil and vinegar dressing, or steamed green vegetables (e.g., green beans, broccoli).
Say this to the waiter (German)
Schweineschnitzel Natur bitte ohne Panade und ohne Pommes/Kartoffeln. Dazu einen grünen Salat mit Essig-Öl-Dressing oder gedämpftes grünes Gemüse.
Schweineschnitzel Natur ohne Panade, ohne Pommes oder Kartoffeln. With green salad (oil & vinegar) or steamed green vegetables.
Watch out for
The breading of a standard Schnitzel is a major carb. The creamy mushroom sauce might be thickened with flour or contain hidden sugars (though less common in German cream sauces). Fries/potatoes are a standard high-carb side.
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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