Zwiebelfleisch (ohne Saucenbinder/Kohlenhydratbeilagen)
Braised Onion Meat (No Thickened Sauce, No Carb Sides)
Yes, with a tweak: request no flour or starch thickeners in the sauce. About 15g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for German food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty dish of tender beef or pork simmered with a substantial amount of caramelized onions in a rich, savory broth. The sauce is naturally thick from the onions but prepared without flour or starch thickeners. All carb-heavy sides are omitted.
Key ingredients
Beef or pork, onions, beef broth, white wine (optional), vinegar, bay leaf, thyme, salt, pepper, cooking oil/lard.
How to make it keto
Request no flour or starch thickeners in the sauce. Ensure no carb sides like potatoes or dumplings are served.
Say this to the waiter (German)
Bitte das Zwiebelfleisch ohne Bindemittel in der Soße und ohne kohlenhydratreiche Beilagen wie Kartoffeln oder Knödel.
Please serve the Zwiebelfleisch sauce without thickeners, and omit all carb sides like potatoes or dumplings.
Watch out for
The significant amount of onions contributes natural sugars and carbs. Some restaurants might add sugar to caramelize onions or balance the sauce.
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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