Форшмак (без хлеба и картофеля)
Vorschmack (Herring Spread, Keto, No Bread or Potato)
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely essential to confirm that no bread (soaked in milk) or boiled potatoes are included in the mixture. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Russian dishes.
What it is
A flavorful Jewish-Russian appetizer, traditionally made from finely chopped pickled herring, hard-boiled eggs, onions, and butter, blended into a rich spread. Normally includes bread or potato.
Key ingredients
Pickled herring fillets, hard-boiled eggs, onion, unsalted butter, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Absolutely essential to confirm that no bread (soaked in milk) or boiled potatoes are included in the mixture. Some recipes might use apple; confirm omission or minimal use.
Say this to the waiter (Russian)
Форшмак без хлеба и картофеля? И без яблока, или с минимумом.
Is the Форшмак made without bread or potatoes? Please ensure no apple, or only a very minimal amount.
Watch out for
The most significant carb risks are the traditional inclusion of white bread (soaked in milk/water) and/or boiled potatoes. Some versions may also contain small amounts of apple.
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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