Zwiebelrostbraten mit Schmorgemüse (ohne Spätzle)
Roast Beef with Fried Onions and Braised Vegetables (No Spätzle)
Yes, with a tweak: strictly no Spätzle, potatoes, or bread. About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for German food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A succulent pan-fried or roasted beef steak (often sirloin or ribeye) topped with crispy fried onions and served with a rich, savory gravy. Usually comes with Spätzle (egg noodles) which must be omitted. Request braised low-carb vegetables instead.
Key ingredients
Beef steak, onions (fried), beef broth, butter, cooking oil, salt, pepper. Assumed braised low-carb vegetables like broccoli or green beans.
How to make it keto
Strictly no Spätzle, potatoes, or bread. Ask if gravy is thickened with flour; ideally, request unthickened pan drippings or a keto-friendly alternative. Ensure braised vegetables are low-carb and not sweetened.
Say this to the waiter (German)
Keine Spätzle, Kartoffeln oder Brot, bitte. Ist die Soße mit Mehl gebunden? Am liebsten nur ungebundener Bratensaft. Ist das Schmorgemüse kohlenhydratarm und ungesüßt?
No Spätzle, potatoes, or bread. Is the gravy thickened with flour? I'd prefer unthickened pan drippings. Are the Schmorgemüse low-carb and unsweetened?
Watch out for
Gravy often thickened with flour/starch (significant risk). Fried onions might be lightly dusted with flour (low risk). Hidden sugars in gravy or braised vegetables (low risk).
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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