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Pickled Herring with Onions and Oil (No Potato/Bread)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes, brown bread, or other starchy accompaniments are served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Ukrainian dishes.
What it is
A classic cold appetizer featuring tender pickled herring fillets served with thinly sliced raw onions and drizzled generously with sunflower oil.
Key ingredients
Pickled herring fillets, red onion, sunflower oil, black pepper, fresh dill.
How to make it keto
CRITICAL: Ensure no potatoes, brown bread, or other starchy accompaniments are served. Verify pickling brine does not have excessive sugar (typically minimal for plain pickled herring).
Watch out for
In restaurants, this dish is almost always served with high-carb sides like boiled potatoes or dark bread, which must be explicitly omitted. Some brines might contain 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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