Vesetokány (Keto Körettel)
Hungarian Kidney Tokány with Keto Sides
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice, noodles, or potato dumplings. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A hearty Hungarian stew made from strips of beef or pork kidney, cooked with plenty of caramelized onions, garlic, and a hint of paprika. Distinct from pörkölt by its preparation style, often lighter on paprika. Served with a keto side instead of traditional rice or dumplings.
Key ingredients
Beef/pork kidney, onion, rendered pork fat/oil, garlic, paprika, salt, pepper, caraway seeds, sour cream (optional), keto vegetables (e.g., cauliflower rice, sautéed greens).
How to make it keto
Request no rice, noodles, or potato dumplings. Ensure no flour is used to thicken the sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Hungarian)
Kérem, a vesetokányhoz ne tegyenek rizst, tésztát vagy burgonya galuskát. A szaftot liszt nélkül sűrítsék.
Please, no rice, noodles, or potato dumplings with the kidney stew. Ensure no flour is used to thicken the sauce.
Watch out for
Onions, potential flour thickeners in sauce, carby side dishes.
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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