Gebratener Schweinebauch (mit knuspriger Schwarte, ohne Beilagen)
Crispy Fried Pork Belly (without Starchy Sides)
Yes, with a tweak: request no traditional starchy sides (e.g., potato dumplings, potatoes, bread). About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Austrian dishes.
What it is
Succulent pork belly, slow-cooked until tender and then pan-fried or roasted to achieve a wonderfully crispy skin. Served as a main dish without traditional high-carb sides.
Key ingredients
Pork belly with skin, salt, pepper, caraway seeds (optional), garlic (optional), cooking fat (often its own rendered fat).
How to make it keto
Request no traditional starchy sides (e.g., potato dumplings, potatoes, bread). Ask for a side of un-sugared sauerkraut or a simple green salad with oil and vinegar dressing.
Say this to the waiter (German)
Den gebratenen Schweinebauch bitte ohne stärkehaltige Beilagen. Dazu bitte ungesüßtes Sauerkraut oder einen grünen Salat mit Öl und Essig.
Gebratener Schweinebauch bitte ohne stärkehaltige Beilagen. Dazu bitte ungesüßtes Sauerkraut oder einen grünen Salat mit Öl und Essig.
Watch out for
Possible glazes or sauces with sugar/starch. Ensure accompanying sauerkraut or side vegetables are not sweetened.
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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