Zwiebelrostbraten (ohne Spätzle)
Pan-Fried Sirloin Steak with Onion Gravy (Keto, no Spätzle)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no Spätzle or any other potato/starchy sides. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for German food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A classic German beef dish featuring a pan-fried sirloin or ribeye steak, generously topped with crispy fried onions and a rich, savory onion gravy. The traditional Spätzle (egg noodles) are excluded to maintain keto compatibility.
Key ingredients
Beef sirloin or ribeye steak, onions, beef broth, red wine (optional), butter, cooking oil/fat, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no Spätzle or any other potato/starchy sides. Inquire about the gravy's thickening agents (flour is common) and ask for an unthickened version or just the pan juices.
Say this to the waiter (German)
Bitte keine Spätzle, Kartoffeln oder andere kohlenhydratreiche Beilagen. Hätte ich stattdessen gedämpftes grünes Gemüse? Ist die Soße ohne Mehl oder Zucker angedickt?
Please omit Spätzle and any potato or carb side dishes. Could I have a side of steamed green vegetables instead? Is the gravy free of flour or added sugar?
Watch out for
Onion gravy (often thickened with flour, large quantities of caramelized onions, hidden sugars), sugary marinades for the steak.
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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