Snitel de Pui/Porc (Fără Pesmet, Cu Garnitură Keto)
Unbreaded Chicken/Pork Cutlet with Keto Side
Yes, with a tweak: request 'fără pesmet' (no breadcrumbs). About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Romanian dishes.
What it is
A thin cutlet of chicken or pork, pan-fried to perfection. The keto version skips the traditional breading (pesmet) and is served with a low-carb side dish like sautéed green beans or a simple fresh salad.
Key ingredients
Chicken breast or pork loin, eggs (for coating if unbreaded), cooking oil/butter, salt, pepper. Served with a keto side like green beans or salad.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request 'fără pesmet' (no breadcrumbs). Ask for a keto-friendly side (e.g., green beans, plain salad, broccoli) instead of fries or rice.
Say this to the waiter (Romanian)
Snitel de Pui, vă rog fără pesmet. Aș dori o garnitură keto, de exemplu fasole verde sau salată, în loc de cartofi prăjiți.
Snitel de Pui, please make it without breadcrumbs (fără pesmet). Can I have a keto-friendly side like green beans or salad instead of fries?
Watch out for
Breadcrumbs are the main issue. Also, traditional side dishes (fries, rice, mashed potatoes) are high carb. Ensure chicken/pork is not marinated in sugary sauces.
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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