Grammelschmalz (ohne Brot)
Lard with Pork Cracklings (without bread)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no bread. About 1g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Austrian dishes.
What it is
A rich, savory spread made from rendered pork fat with crispy pork cracklings, often seasoned simply with salt and pepper. Traditionally served with bread, it's a decadent keto-friendly option when consumed on its own or with low-carb vegetables.
Key ingredients
Pork fat, pork belly cracklings, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no bread. Can be served with raw bell pepper strips or celery sticks if available, but the dish itself is the focus.
Say this to the waiter (German)
Grammelschmalz bitte, ohne Brot. Falls möglich, mit rohen Paprikastreifen oder Selleriestangen.
Grammelschmalz, please, without bread. If possible, with some raw bell pepper or celery sticks.
Watch out for
No significant carb risks if served plain; ensure no hidden sugars in seasonings or 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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