Pâté de Têtes de Porc Céto (Pâté de Hocks de Porc du Québec)
Quebec Pork Hock Pâté (Keto)
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Canadian dishes.
What it is
A rustic and traditional Quebecois pâté, often served cold, made from slow-cooked pork hocks and other succulent pork cuts, seasoned and set into a flavorful terrine.
Key ingredients
Pork hocks, pork shoulder, onions, garlic, bay leaf, whole cloves, natural gelatin (from hocks), salt, black pepper, savory herbs (e.g., thyme, savory).
Optional tweaks
Confirm no breadcrumbs or other high-carb fillers are used. Request no bread, toast, or crackers on the side.
Watch out for
Potential for hidden fillers like breadcrumbs or potato starch, sugary glazes if prepared with a sweet finish (unlikely for this dish).
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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