Steckerlfisch (Makrele) mit Kräuterbutter
Grilled Mackerel with Herb Butter
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 German dishes.
What it is
A whole mackerel, traditionally spitted and grilled over an open flame until the skin is wonderfully crispy and the flesh tender and flaky. Seasoned simply with salt, pepper, and herbs, served with a generous amount of melted herb butter.
Key ingredients
Whole mackerel, salt, pepper, herbs (parsley, chives), butter, lemon.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no bread or potato sides are served. Confirm no sugary glazes or marinades are used on the fish.
Say this to the waiter (German)
Bitte keine Brot- oder Kartoffelbeilagen. Ist der Steckerlfisch ohne zuckerhaltige Glasuren oder Marinaden?
No bread or potato sides, please. Can you confirm there are no sugary glazes or marinades on the Steckerlfisch?
Watch out for
Potential sugary marinades, high-carb bread or potato sides.
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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