Surschopf gebraten (natur)
Roasted Cured Pork Neck (natural)
Yes, with a tweak: request without any sugary glaze or fruit compote. About 9g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Austrian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty Austrian dish featuring a cured and often lightly smoked pork neck, slow-roasted until tender and juicy. The natural juices form a savory accompaniment.
Key ingredients
Cured pork neck (Surschopf), lard/oil, garlic, caraway seeds, broth (unsweetened), salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Request without any sugary glaze or fruit compote. Ensure no flour is used to thicken pan juices. Ask for no starchy side dishes (e.g., dumplings, potatoes).
Say this to the waiter (German)
Bitte keine Zuckerglasur oder Fruchtkompott. Ist die Soße mehlfrei? Und keine stärkehaltigen Beilagen wie Knödel oder Kartoffeln.
No sugary glaze or fruit compote, please. Is the sauce flour-free? And no starchy sides like dumplings or potatoes.
Watch out for
Sugary glazes, flour-thickened sauces, sugar in the curing process (usually minimal but check), starchy side dishes.
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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