Keftedes
Greek Meatballs
Yes, with a tweak: ask for them to be made without breadcrumbs or rice filler. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Flavorful, aromatic meatballs made with ground meat (beef or pork/beef mix), herbs, onion, and garlic, typically pan-fried or grilled.
Key ingredients
Ground beef/pork, onion, garlic, parsley, mint, egg, olive oil, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ask for them to be made without breadcrumbs or rice filler. Request no high-carb sauces (like sugary tomato sauce).
Say this to the waiter (Greek)
Κεφτέδες, παρακαλώ. Μπορούν να γίνουν χωρίς ψωμί ή ρύζι; Και χωρίς σάλτσες με ζάχαρη.
Keftedes, please. Can they be made without breadcrumbs or rice? And no sugary sauces.
Watch out for
Breadcrumbs or rice used as filler. Sugary tomato-based sauces or other high-carb accompaniments.
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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