Lakër Turshi
Pickled Cabbage
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Albanian dishes.
What it is
Traditional Albanian pickled white cabbage, fermented in a brine of water, salt, and often garlic and various spices. Served cold as a tangy side dish.
Key ingredients
White cabbage, water, salt, garlic, bay leaves, black peppercorns (brine).
Optional tweaks
Confirm no sugar added to the pickling brine.
Say this to the waiter (Albanian)
Ju lutem, konfirmoni që Lakër Turshi nuk ka sheqer të shtuar.
Please confirm no sugar was added to the Lakër Turshi.
Watch out for
Sugar in pickling brine (less common in traditional preparation but check).
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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