Inkstai su grietine
Pan-Fried Kidneys with Sour Cream Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no flour, starch, or other thickeners are used in the sauce. About 8g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Lithuanian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Traditionally prepared pork or beef kidneys, pan-fried in butter and served in a rich, creamy sour cream sauce. A classic offal dish known for its robust flavor.
Key ingredients
Pork/Beef kidneys, sour cream (full-fat), butter, onions, garlic, salt, black pepper, fresh dill or parsley.
How to make it keto
Ensure no flour, starch, or other thickeners are used in the sauce. Request no carb sides like potatoes, rice, or bread; ask for green salad or sautéed cabbage instead.
Say this to the waiter (Lithuanian)
Inkstams su grietine: prašau patvirtinti, kad padažas be miltų, krakmolo ar kitų tirštiklių. Prašau be bulvių, ryžių ar duonos; gal žalių salotų ar keptų kopūstų?
Inkstai su grietine: please ensure no flour, starch, or thickeners in the sauce. No potatoes, rice, or bread; please substitute with green salad or sautéed cabbage.
Watch out for
Onions (ask for minimal), potential flour/starch in the sauce for thickening, small amounts of lactose in sour cream, hidden sugars in restaurant preparations.
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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