Geselchte Ripperl
Smoked Pork Ribs with Sauerkraut (without starchy sides)
Yes, with a tweak: request without potatoes, bread dumplings (Knödel), or any other starchy side. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Hearty smoked pork ribs, slow-cooked until tender, often served with sauerkraut. The ribs themselves are naturally keto, but traditional starchy sides must be omitted.
Key ingredients
Pork ribs (smoked and cured), salt, spices, sauerkraut, onions, cooking fat (e.g., lard, oil).
How to make it keto
Request without potatoes, bread dumplings (Knödel), or any other starchy side. Confirm sauerkraut is prepared without added sugar.
Say this to the waiter (German)
Bitte keine Kartoffeln, Knödel oder andere Stärkebeilagen. Ist das Sauerkraut ohne Zucker zubereitet?
No potatoes, bread dumplings, or starchy sides, please. Is the sauerkraut made without added sugar?
Watch out for
Potatoes, dumplings, sugary sauerkraut, hidden sugars in glazes (less common for traditional 'Geselchte Ripperl').
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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