Սառնիկ (Sarnik)
Armenian Pork Aspic
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Armenian dishes.
What it is
A traditional Armenian cold dish made from boiled pork hocks, trotters, and other cuts, allowed to set in its own rich, savory broth. Flavored simply with garlic and fresh herbs. Served chilled as a hearty appetizer or light main.
Key ingredients
Pork hocks/trotters, pork shoulder, garlic, bay leaves, black peppercorns, salt, fresh parsley.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no potato or carrot is used for garnish or flavoring in the restaurant version. This dish is naturally low-carb.
Watch out for
None, if prepared correctly without starchy additions.
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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