Парчоны
Cured Pork Belly (Parchony)
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Belarusian dishes.
2gNet carbs
2gTotal carbs
0gFibre
20gProtein
65gFat
680Calories
What it is
A traditional Belarusian preparation of cured and often cold-smoked pork belly or back fat, sliced thinly and served cold as an appetizer or part of a meat platter. It offers a distinctive rich, savory, and smoky flavor.
Key ingredients
Pork belly or fatback, salt, spices (e.g., bay leaf, black pepper, garlic). May be smoked.
Optional tweaks
None needed.
Watch out for
Ensure no sugar is used in the curing process or any accompanying marinades.
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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