Zuurkool met Spek
Sauerkraut with Bacon
Yes, with a tweak: ensure sauerkraut contains no added sugar; request no starchy side dishes like potatoes or mash. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A traditional Dutch dish featuring fermented white cabbage stewed with generous chunks of smoky bacon. A hearty and tangy dish, naturally low in carbs when prepared without added sugars or starchy accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Sauerkraut, smoked bacon (spekblokjes), onion, bay leaf, juniper berries, butter/lard.
How to make it keto
Ensure sauerkraut contains no added sugar; request no starchy side dishes like potatoes or mash. Ask for extra bacon and butter.
Say this to the waiter (Dutch)
Zonder toegevoegde suiker in de zuurkool graag. Geen aardappelen of puree. Ik wil graag extra spek en boter.
Please ensure the sauerkraut has no added sugar. No starchy sides like potatoes, please. I'd like extra bacon and butter.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in pre-made sauerkraut (check ingredients), starchy side dishes (e.g., potatoes, bread) often served alongside.
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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