Zelí se špekem
Cabbage with Bacon/Fatback
Yes, with a tweak: request that no sugar is added to the cabbage during cooking. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Czech dishes.
What it is
Stewed white or red cabbage cooked with generous amounts of smoked bacon or fatback. A flavorful and hearty side dish or light main meal, rich in fat and fiber.
Key ingredients
White or red cabbage, smoked bacon (špek) or fatback, onion, caraway seeds, apple cider vinegar, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request that no sugar is added to the cabbage during cooking. Some traditional recipes add a significant amount of sugar.
Say this to the waiter (Czech)
"Zelí se špekem" prosím připravit bez jakéhokoli přidaného cukru.
"Zelí se špekem" prepared without any added sugar, please.
Watch out for
Sugar in the cabbage preparation, onion quantity.
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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