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Stewed Beef Tongue with Horseradish and Sour Cream
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes or other starchy sides are served. About 8g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Latvian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A tender and flavorful delicacy of slow-stewed beef tongue, often served with a piquant horseradish and sour cream sauce. A unique and rich dish, naturally low in carbs when traditional potato sides are omitted.
Key ingredients
Beef tongue, beef broth, onion, bay leaf, allspice, prepared horseradish (check for sugar), sour cream, dill, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no potatoes or other starchy sides are served. Verify that the prepared horseradish sauce does not contain added sugar or excessive fillers. Request extra sour cream and fresh dill.
Say this to the waiter (Latvian)
Lūdzu, bez kartupeļiem vai citām cieti saturošām piedevām. Vai mārrutku mērcē nav pievienots cukurs vai liekas pildvielas? Vai varu lūdzu papildus skābo krējumu un svaigas dilles?
Please, no potatoes or starchy sides. Does the horseradish sauce contain added sugar or fillers? Can I have extra sour cream and fresh dill?
Watch out for
Traditional potato sides, sugar in prepared horseradish (common in store-bought versions).
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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