Kotlety (Pan-Fried Meat Patties)
Ukrainian Pan-Fried Pork/Chicken Patties (No Breadcrumbs)
Yes, with a tweak: request patties made without breadcrumbs or flour as a binder. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Ukrainian dishes.
What it is
Savory pan-fried ground meat patties, often a mix of pork and beef or chicken. Usually moist and flavorful, a common home-style dish.
Key ingredients
Ground pork/chicken/beef, egg, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, cooking oil (e.g., sunflower oil, butter).
How to make it keto
Crucially, request patties made without breadcrumbs or flour as a binder. Ensure they are bound with egg only. Request keto-friendly sides like braised cabbage or a simple green salad with oil and vinegar dressing.
Watch out for
Traditional recipes heavily rely on breadcrumbs (soaked white bread) as a binder, which must be strictly omitted. Often served with high-carb sides like mashed potatoes or buckwheat.
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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