Schweineschnitzel (ohne Panade)
Pan-Seared Pork Cutlet with Lemon (Schnitzel Style, Unbreaded)
Yes, with a tweak: ask for the schnitzel 'natur' or 'ohne Panade' (without breading). About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 German dishes.
What it is
A tender pork cutlet, pounded thin and pan-seared in butter or oil without any breading. Seasoned simply with salt and pepper, and served with a fresh lemon wedge. This is a keto adaptation of the classic Schnitzel, focusing on the quality of the meat.
Key ingredients
Pork cutlet, cooking oil/butter, lemon, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ask for the schnitzel 'natur' or 'ohne Panade' (without breading). Request no carb sides like potatoes or Spätzle. Confirm it's not pre-marinated with sugar and not fried in oil contaminated by breaded items.
Say this to the waiter (German)
Das Schweineschnitzel bitte 'natur' oder 'ohne Panade'. Keine Kartoffeln oder Spätzle. Ist es zuckerfrei mariniert und in sauberem Öl gebraten?
I'd like the Schweineschnitzel 'natur' or 'ohne Panade', no breading. No potatoes or Spätzle. Is it sugar-free marinated and fried in clean oil?
Watch out for
Breading is the main risk; cross-contamination if fried in same oil as breaded items. Some accompanying sauces or garnishes might contain thickeners or sugar.
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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