Grünkohl mit Kochwurst und Kassler (Low Carb)
Braised Kale with German Sausages and Smoked Pork (No Potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: request no boiled potatoes (Salzkartoffeln) which are a standard accompaniment. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for German food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty Northern German dish featuring slow-cooked kale often braised with bacon or lard, served with various smoked sausages (Kochwurst) and smoked pork loin (Kassler). Modified to omit potatoes.
Key ingredients
Kale, bacon, lard, Kochwurst (smoked sausage), Kassler (smoked pork loin), onion, mustard.
How to make it keto
Request no boiled potatoes (Salzkartoffeln) which are a standard accompaniment. Confirm kale is prepared with minimal or no added sugar (less common than with red cabbage, but still possible).
Watch out for
Boiled potatoes are almost always served with this dish. Some preparations might add a touch of sugar to the kale.
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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