Geschmorte Kalbshaxe (ohne kohlenhydratreiche Beilagen)
Braised Veal Shank with Keto Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: request no risotto, polenta, pasta, or potatoes. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Swiss food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender veal shank braised slowly in a rich broth with aromatic vegetables, served without starchy sides, focusing on the meat and a low-carb vegetable accompaniment.
Key ingredients
Veal shank, beef broth, red wine (trace carbs), onions, carrots (low amount), celery, tomatoes (low amount), garlic, bay leaf, thyme, butter, olive oil, seasonal low-carb vegetables.
How to make it keto
Request no risotto, polenta, pasta, or potatoes. Ensure the sauce is not thickened with flour or starch. Ask for steamed or sautéed low-carb vegetables (e.g., asparagus, green beans, spinach, broccoli).
Say this to the waiter (German)
Zur Kalbshaxe bitte kein Risotto, Polenta, Pasta oder Kartoffeln. Die Soße soll nicht angedickt sein, dazu gedämpftes kohlenhydratarmes Gemüse.
For the Kalbshaxe, no risotto, polenta, pasta, or potatoes. Please ensure the sauce is not thickened and serve with steamed low-carb vegetables.
Watch out for
Braising liquid/sauce might be thickened with flour or have added sugar. Small amounts of carrots/tomatoes in the braising base. Traditional starchy sides.
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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