Hovädzie na cesnaku (bez zemiakov)
Beef with Garlic (without potato side)
Yes, with a tweak: omit all potato sides (boiled, fried, or mashed). About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Slovak dishes.
What it is
Tender pieces of beef, often pan-fried or lightly stewed, generously infused with garlic. Traditionally served with potatoes, but easily modified to be keto-friendly by requesting a side of steamed vegetables or a green salad.
Key ingredients
Beef (e.g., sirloin, round steak), garlic, oil/butter, salt, pepper, broth (optional).
How to make it keto
Crucially, omit all potato sides (boiled, fried, or mashed). Request a simple side salad with oil/vinegar or steamed green vegetables.
Say this to the waiter (Slovak)
Hovädzie na cesnaku: žiadne zemiaky (varené, opekané, kaša). Namiesto toho šalát (olej/ocot) alebo parenú zeleninu.
Hovädzie na cesnaku: no potatoes (boiled, fried, mashed). Side salad (oil/vinegar) or steamed green vegetables instead.
Watch out for
Potatoes (main side), flour used to thicken any sauce (ask if used).
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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