Keto Kotlety (Breadcrumb-Free)
Pan-Fried Minced Meat Patties with Keto Sides
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no breadcrumbs or flour in the mixture. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Ukrainian dishes.
What it is
Pan-fried patties made from ground meat (pork, beef, or chicken), typically mixed with onion and spices. Modified to omit breadcrumbs and served with low-carb vegetables instead of potatoes or grain-based sides.
Key ingredients
Ground pork/beef/chicken, onion, egg, garlic, salt, pepper, cooking oil (e.g., sunflower oil, lard).
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no breadcrumbs or flour in the mixture. Ask for a side of steamed or sautéed low-carb vegetables (e.g., broccoli, spinach, green beans) instead of potatoes, rice, or pasta.
Watch out for
Traditional recipes include breadcrumbs or flour as binder, high-carb sides (mashed potatoes, kasha). Hidden sugars in sauces.
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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