Hladetina
Aspic / Pork Jelly
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Croatian dishes.
What it is
A traditional Croatian savory jelly made from slow-cooked pork hocks, skin, and sometimes other parts, which naturally release gelatin. It's typically seasoned with garlic, vinegar, and bay leaves, then chilled until set, served cold as an appetizer.
Key ingredients
Pork hocks/skin, water, garlic, bay leaves, vinegar, salt, pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no bread is served alongside. It is naturally keto-friendly.
Say this to the waiter (Croatian)
Uz Hladetinu molim ne poslužujte kruh.
For Hladetina, please ensure no bread is served alongside.
Watch out for
Typically none, but often served with bread which should be avoided.
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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