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Pork with Dried Peppers (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no added sugar when rehydrating the dried peppers. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender chunks of pork, often from the shoulder or leg, slow-cooked with rehydrated dried red peppers, onions, garlic, and traditional Bulgarian spices. The peppers impart a unique smoky and sweet flavor. Traditionally, this dish might be served with potatoes or rice, which must be omitted for keto.
Key ingredients
Pork (shoulder/leg), dried red bell peppers, onion, garlic, olive oil or lard, cumin, savory, black pepper, salt.
How to make it keto
Ensure no added sugar when rehydrating the dried peppers. Crucially, omit any high-carb side dishes like potatoes, rice, or bread. Request a side of plain green salad or additional low-carb vegetables instead.
Say this to the waiter (Bulgarian)
Моля, без добавена захар в чушките. Сервирайте със зелена салата или нисковъглехидратни зеленчуци, без картофи, ориз или хляб.
Please ensure no added sugar in the peppers. Serve with a green salad or low-carb vegetables, no potatoes, rice, or bread.
Watch out for
Onions (in moderate amounts), potential hidden sugar in dried pepper rehydration liquid or seasoning blends, traditional carb sides (potatoes, rice).
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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