Muzhuzhi
Cold Pork Trotters and Ears with Garlic
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Georgian dishes.
What it is
A traditional cold Georgian appetizer featuring boiled and chilled pork trotters, ears, and sometimes tail, seasoned intensely with garlic, vinegar, and fresh herbs like cilantro and parsley. It's gelatinous, savory, and naturally low in carbs.
Key ingredients
Pork trotters, pork ears, garlic, white wine vinegar, fresh cilantro, fresh parsley, salt, black pepper, bay leaf.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugar is added to the pickling liquid or for seasoning. Usually naturally keto-friendly.
Watch out for
None significant; trace carbs from garlic and herbs.
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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