Fenalår med Eggerøre
Cured Lamb Leg with Scrambled Eggs (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure scrambled eggs are made with cream/butter and no milk or flour. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Norwegian dishes.
What it is
Thinly sliced, air-dried, and cured lamb leg (Fenalår), a classic Norwegian delicacy, served alongside creamy, freshly made scrambled eggs. This satisfying dish is a traditional choice for light meals or appetizers and is excellent for a keto diet when served without its usual carby accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Fenalår (cured lamb leg), eggs, heavy cream or butter, salt, black pepper, chives (optional).
How to make it keto
Ensure scrambled eggs are made with cream/butter and no milk or flour. Request the dish without flatbread, crispbread, sour cream porridge (rømmegrøt), or other carby sides. A few slices of cucumber or bell pepper can add freshness.
Say this to the waiter (Norwegian)
Til Fenalår med Eggerøre, sjekk at eggene lages med fløte/smør, ikke melk/mel. Serveres uten flatbrød, knekkebrød eller rømmegrøt. Agurk/paprika er fint.
For Fenalår med Eggerøre, ensure eggs are made with cream/butter, no milk/flour. Serve without flatbread, crispbread, or rømmegrøt. Cucumber/bell pepper are fine.
Watch out for
Carby accompaniments (flatbread, crispbread, potatoes, rømmegrøt), hidden sugars in cured meat (rare for Fenalår, but worth checking).
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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