Geschmorter Lauch mit Schinken und Käse
Braised Leeks Gratin with Ham and Cheese
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no flour/starch in the cream sauce, ensure ham does not contain added sugar, avoid any breadcrumbs or potato layers often found in gratins. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Swiss food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender braised leeks layered with savory ham and rich Swiss cheese (e.g., Gruyère, Emmentaler), then baked until bubbly and golden.
Key ingredients
Leeks, ham (e.g., cooked ham, smoked ham), Swiss cheese (Gruyère/Emmentaler), heavy cream, butter, salt, pepper, nutmeg.
How to make it keto
Confirm no flour/starch in the cream sauce, ensure ham does not contain added sugar, avoid any breadcrumbs or potato layers often found in gratins.
Say this to the waiter (German)
Beim Geschmorten Lauch bitte sicherstellen, dass die Rahmsauce ohne Mehl/Stärke ist, der Schinken keinen Zucker enthält und keine Semmelbrösel oder Kartoffelschichten.
For the Geschmorter Lauch, please ensure no flour/starch in the cream sauce, no added sugar in the ham, and no breadcrumbs or potato layers.
Watch out for
Flour/starch in sauce, added sugar in ham, leeks themselves contribute more carbs than other green vegetables (accounted for).
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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