Shemtsvari Lori
Fried Cured Pork Belly
Yes, keto as served. About 1g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Georgian dishes.
What it is
Thick slices of traditionally cured Georgian pork belly, pan-fried until crispy on the outside and tender within. A rustic and intensely flavorful dish.
Key ingredients
Cured pork belly (lori), cooking oil (if necessary), salt.
Optional tweaks
Specify no breading or sugary glazes. Often served with side dishes; request only keto-friendly accompaniments like pickles (cucumber, not beet) or plain herbs.
Say this to the waiter (Georgian)
შემწვარი ლორი პანირების და ტკბილი სოუსის გარეშე, თუ შეიძლება. გვერდით კიტრი მწნილი ან უბრალო მწვანილი მომიტანეთ.
For Shemtsvari Lori, no breading or sugary glazes, please. Serve with cucumber pickles or plain herbs only.
Watch out for
Possible sugar in the curing process (usually minimal), high-carb side dishes like potatoes or 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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