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Kashubian Herring
Yes, with a tweak: request no added sugar in the marinade or sauce. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Marinated herring fillets prepared in an oil-based sauce with onions, sometimes gherkins, and spices. Traditionally can include tomato paste and occasionally apples or sugar for flavor balance.
Key ingredients
Herring fillets (matjes), onion, vegetable oil (rapeseed/sunflower), vinegar, bay leaf, allspice, black pepper, mustard (check for sugar).
How to make it keto
Crucially, request no added sugar in the marinade or sauce. Ensure no apples are included. Request minimal or no tomato paste, or confirm it's sugar-free. Typically served without bread.
Say this to the waiter (Polish)
Proszę o potwierdzenie, że marynata nie zawiera cukru ani jabłek. Czy koncentrat pomidorowy jest bez cukru lub można go zminimalizować?
Please confirm no added sugar in the marinade or sauce, and no apples. Is the tomato paste sugar-free or can it be minimal?
Watch out for
Added sugar in the marinade/sauce, tomato paste (often contains sugar), apples, sometimes served with high-carb sides like bread or 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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