Grønlangkål (med Røget Flæsk)
Stewed Kale (with Smoked Pork)
Yes, keto as served. About 9g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Danish food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty and traditional Danish winter dish consisting of finely chopped kale, slow-stewed in a rich, creamy sauce made with heavy cream and butter or lard. Often served alongside tender slices of smoked pork belly or sausage.
Key ingredients
Kale, heavy cream, butter/lard, smoked pork belly/sausage, salt, pepper, nutmeg.
Optional tweaks
Confirm no flour is used as a thickener for the kale, and no sugar is added. Ensure any accompanying smoked pork is free of sugary glazes.
Say this to the waiter (Danish)
Er Grønlangkål lavet uden mel og uden tilsat sukker? Og er det røgede flæsk uden sukkerglasur?
For the Grønlangkål, please confirm no flour is used as a thickener and no sugar is added. Is the røget flæsk free of sugary glazes?
Watch out for
Grønlangkål can sometimes be thickened with flour or sweetened. Traditional accompaniments often include boiled potatoes or rye bread.
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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