Perinteinen Joulukinkku
Traditional Finnish Christmas Ham with Keto Glaze
Yes, with a tweak: request a sugar-free glaze (e.g., Dijon mustard without honey) or no glaze at all. About 8g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Finnish food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A slow-roasted, tender ham, a staple of Finnish Christmas tables. The ham itself is keto, but traditionally served with sweet glazes and high-carb sides. Easily modified with a sugar-free glaze and keto vegetables.
Key ingredients
Whole bone-in or boneless pork ham, salt, pepper, mustard (sugar-free for keto glaze), spices (e.g., allspice, cloves).
How to make it keto
Request a sugar-free glaze (e.g., Dijon mustard without honey) or no glaze at all. Ask for low-carb vegetable sides instead of potatoes or root vegetable casseroles.
Say this to the waiter (Finnish)
Perinteinen Joulukinkku: sokeroimaton kuorrutus tai ei kuorrutusta. Lisukkeeksi vähähiilihydraattisia kasviksia perunoiden/juureslaatikoiden sijaan.
Perinteinen Joulukinkku: sugar-free glaze or no glaze. Low-carb vegetables instead of potatoes or root casseroles.
Watch out for
Honey-mustard glazes, sugary rubs, traditional high-carb sides (potatoes, casseroles with flour/sugar).
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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