Hortobágyi Csirke Pörkölt (Palacsinta Nélkül)
Hortobágy Style Chicken Stew (Crêpe-Free)
Yes, with a tweak: request 'palacsinta nélkül' (without the crepe). About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A flavorful and creamy stew made from tender shredded chicken (often thigh meat) in a rich paprika-sour cream sauce, seasoned with onions and spices. This is the savory filling typically found in a Hortobágyi Palacsinta, served without the crepe.
Key ingredients
Chicken (thigh/breast), onion, Hungarian paprika, sour cream, lard/oil, garlic, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Request 'palacsinta nélkül' (without the crepe). Ask for extra stew or a side of steamed low-carb vegetables if available.
Say this to the waiter (Hungarian)
Hortobágyi Csirke Pörköltet kérek palacsinta nélkül. Kérnék extra pörköltet vagy párolt, szénhidrátmentes zöldséget, ha van.
I'd like the Hortobágyi Csirke Pörkölt without the palacsinta. Please bring extra pörkölt or steamed low-carb vegetables.
Watch out for
The crepe is the main carb (must be omitted). Flour used as a thickener in the sauce. Hidden sugars in paprika pastes.
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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