Mėsos Sultinys
Clear Meat Broth
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Lithuanian dishes.
What it is
A simple, clear and savory broth made from slowly simmered beef or chicken bones and meat, seasoned with basic aromatics. A comforting and restorative staple.
Key ingredients
Beef/chicken bones and meat, water, bay leaf, black peppercorns, salt. (Often includes minimal onion/celery for flavor, strained out).
Optional tweaks
Request no noodles, croutons, or root vegetables (like carrots or potatoes) to be served in or with the broth.
Say this to the waiter (Lithuanian)
Prašau Mėsos Sultinio be makaronų, skrebučių ir šakniavaisių, tokių kaip morkos ar bulvės.
Mėsos Sultinys, please. No noodles, croutons, or root vegetables like carrots or potatoes in or with the broth.
Watch out for
Potential for hidden root vegetables (carrots, celery) if not fully strained, sometimes small amounts of sugar in restaurant broths for color or flavor.
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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