Gebratene Wachtel mit Speck umwickelt und Thymian (ohne Beilagen)
Roasted Quail Wrapped in Bacon with Thyme (without carb sides)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sugary glazes or marinades are used during preparation. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Swiss dishes.
What it is
Succulent roasted quail, often wrapped in crispy bacon and seasoned with fragrant thyme, offering a flavorful and naturally low-carb poultry option. This dish is served explicitly without traditional carb accompaniments, focusing on the rich flavors of the quail and bacon.
Key ingredients
Whole quail, bacon slices, fresh thyme, olive oil, salt, pepper, butter (for basting or finishing).
How to make it keto
Ensure no sugary glazes or marinades are used during preparation. Request no carb sides such as potatoes, polenta, or bread. Ask for a side of steamed low-carb vegetables if available.
Say this to the waiter (German)
Bitte keine zuckerhaltigen Glasuren oder Marinaden. Keine Kartoffeln, Polenta oder Brot. Wenn möglich, gedämpftes, kohlenhydratarmes Gemüse als Beilage.
No sugary glazes or marinades. No potatoes, polenta, or bread. A side of steamed low-carb vegetables, if possible.
Watch out for
Sugary glazes or marinades (e.g., honey, maple syrup), high-carb side dishes (e.g., polenta, potatoes, bread), gravy containing thickeners or sugar.
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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