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Moose Meat with Berries (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: request a very small portion of berries (e.g., a tablespoon) and ensure no added sugar is in the berry preparation (no sugary jam or sauce). About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Latvian dishes.
What it is
Lean, rich moose meat, often slow-cooked or pan-seared, traditionally served with a small amount of forest berries like lingonberries or cranberries. The berries provide a tart counterpoint to the gamey flavor.
Key ingredients
Moose meat, butter/fat for cooking, limited fresh or unsweetened frozen lingonberries/cranberries, salt, black pepper, juniper berries or bay leaf for seasoning.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request a very small portion of berries (e.g., a tablespoon) and ensure no added sugar is in the berry preparation (no sugary jam or sauce). Request no carb-heavy sides.
Say this to the waiter (Latvian)
Lūdzu, pasniedziet ļoti mazu ogu porciju bez pievienota cukura. Lūdzu, bez ogļhidrātu piedevām.
Please serve a very small portion of berries, with no added sugar. I'd like no carb-heavy sides.
Watch out for
Excessive portion of berries, berries prepared with sugar (jam/sauce), flour/starch as a thickener in accompanying sauces.
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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