Pinnekjøtt
Steamed Lamb Ribs
Yes, with a tweak: strictly omit traditional high-carb sides like mashed rutabaga (kålrabistappe) and boiled potatoes. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A traditional festive dish of salted, dried, and often smoked lamb ribs, which are steamed over birch branches (or a rack) until tender. It is very rich and flavorful.
Key ingredients
Salted and dried lamb ribs (pinnekjøtt), water (for steaming).
How to make it keto
Strictly omit traditional high-carb sides like mashed rutabaga (kålrabistappe) and boiled potatoes. Request only the lamb ribs, perhaps with a side of extra rendered lamb fat or plain steaming liquid.
Say this to the waiter (Norwegian)
Vennligst dropp kålrabistappe og kokte poteter. Jeg ønsker kun Pinnekjøtt, gjerne med ekstra lamfett eller kokekraft.
Please omit the kålrabistappe and boiled potatoes. I'd like only the Pinnekjøtt, with extra rendered lamb fat or plain steaming liquid.
Watch out for
Mashed rutabaga (kålrabistappe - a high-carb root vegetable mash), boiled potatoes.
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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