Grünkohl mit Kassler und Röstzwiebeln
Braised Kale with Smoked Pork Chop and Crispy Onions (No Potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes (Salzkartoffeln) are served or mixed into the Grünkohl stew. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for German food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty Northern German winter dish featuring slow-braised kale cooked with smoked pork (Kassler) and often bacon or lard. Served with crispy fried onions, omitting the traditional boiled potatoes.
Key ingredients
Fresh kale, smoked pork chop (Kassler), bacon or rendered fat, onions (for braising and crispy topping), broth, salt, pepper, mustard (optional).
How to make it keto
Ensure no potatoes (Salzkartoffeln) are served or mixed into the Grünkohl stew. Confirm the kale is not cooked with excessive added sugar (some regional variations sweeten it). Verify crispy onions are not heavily breaded.
Say this to the waiter (German)
Bitte keine Kartoffeln im oder zum Grünkohl. Ist der Grünkohl ohne zusätzlichen Zucker gekocht? Sind die Röstzwiebeln mehlfrei?
Please ensure no potatoes are in or with the Grünkohl. Is the Grünkohl cooked without added sugar? Are the Röstzwiebeln flour-free?
Watch out for
Potatoes are often mixed directly into the kale stew in some regions – strict omission is key. Some kale preparations can be quite sweet due to added sugar. Crispy onions might be coated in flour.
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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