Lountza Krasati
Cured Pork Loin Braised in Red Wine (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure a dry red wine is used, no flour thickener for the sauce, and served without carb-heavy accompaniments. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Slices of traditional Cypriot smoked and cured pork loin (lountza), slowly braised in red wine with onions, garlic, and fresh herbs like coriander. A flavorful and tender keto-friendly main.
Key ingredients
Lountza (smoked cured pork loin), red wine, olive oil, onion, garlic, coriander seeds, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure a dry red wine is used, no flour thickener for the sauce, and served without carb-heavy accompaniments.
Say this to the waiter (Greek)
Για τη Λούντζα Κρασάτη, επιβεβαιώστε με ξηρό κόκκινο κρασί και χωρίς αλεύρι στη σάλτσα. Χωρίς συνοδευτικά υδατανθράκων, παρακαλώ.
For the Lountza Krasati, please confirm dry red wine and no flour in the sauce. Can I have it without carb sides?
Watch out for
Sweet red wine, flour/starch thickeners in sauce.
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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