Zwiebelfleisch (Keto)
German Onion Meat Stew (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no flour or starch is used to thicken the sauce; request no potato or bread side; focus on the meat and onion stew. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for German food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A simple yet flavorful German stew made with tender pieces of beef (or pork) braised with a generous amount of slowly cooked onions in a rich broth. Prepared without flour or starchy thickeners.
Key ingredients
Beef (or pork, e.g., shoulder), large amounts of onions, beef broth, red wine (optional), cooking fat/oil, bay leaves, salt, pepper, herbs.
How to make it keto
Ensure no flour or starch is used to thicken the sauce; request no potato or bread side; focus on the meat and onion stew.
Say this to the waiter (German)
Beim Zwiebelfleisch bitte eine mehl- und stärkefreie Sauce. Ohne Kartoffel- oder Brotbeilagen, bitte.
For the Zwiebelfleisch, please ensure the sauce is thickened without flour or starch. No potato or bread sides, please.
Watch out for
Potential for flour or starch in the sauce; traditional carb sides like potatoes or bread; onions contribute some carbs (though manageable for the dish).
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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