Suolakurkku
Pickled Cucumber
Yes, keto as served. About 1g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Finnish dishes.
What it is
Traditional Finnish pickled cucumbers, brined in a salty, dilly solution without sugar. These crisp and tangy pickles serve as a refreshing accompaniment to rich, savory dishes.
Key ingredients
Cucumber, water, salt, dill, garlic, horseradish (optional), mustard seeds (optional).
Optional tweaks
Confirm no sugar is used in the pickling brine, as some modern or commercial recipes might include it.
Say this to the waiter (Finnish)
Varmistatteko, ettei suolakurkkujen liemessä ole sokeria?
Please confirm there's no sugar in the pickling brine for the cucumber.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in the pickling brine.
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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