Hovädzie na Smotane (bez knedlí)
Braised Beef in Cream Sauce (No Dumplings)
Yes, with a tweak: request that no flour (múka) or starch be used to thicken the sauce, and that no dumplings (knedľa) are served. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender pieces of beef slow-braised in a rich and savory cream sauce, seasoned with traditional herbs and spices. This dish is served without its typical accompaniment of flour-based dumplings.
Key ingredients
Beef (sirloin or similar cut), onions, heavy cream/sour cream, beef broth, butter/oil, salt, pepper, bay leaf, lemon zest.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request that no flour (múka) or starch be used to thicken the sauce, and that no dumplings (knedľa) are served. Ask for a side of steamed vegetables if available.
Watch out for
The sauce is almost always thickened with flour. It is traditionally served with large, high-carb potato or flour dumplings.
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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