Grünkohl mit Pinkel (ohne Kartoffeln)
Braised Kale with Smoked Sausage (No Potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: strictly omit any boiled potatoes (Salzkartoffeln). About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A traditional Northern German specialty featuring hearty braised kale, often cooked with bacon or pork belly for rich flavor, served with a robust Pinkel sausage (or other smoked sausage). This savory dish is comforting and satisfying, especially when omitting high-carb potatoes.
Key ingredients
Kale (Grünkohl), Pinkel sausage (or Mettwurst/Kassler), bacon/pork belly, onion, lard/oil, vegetable broth, spices.
How to make it keto
Strictly omit any boiled potatoes (Salzkartoffeln). Confirm that the Grünkohl is not sweetened (some traditional recipes may add a small amount of sugar or apples).
Say this to the waiter (German)
Bitte keine Salzkartoffeln. Ist der Grünkohl ohne Zucker oder Äpfel zubereitet?
Please, no boiled potatoes. Is the Grünkohl prepared without added sugar or apples?
Watch out for
Some traditional Grünkohl recipes add a small amount of sugar or apples. Boiled potatoes are a very common accompaniment. Ensure the sausages do not contain high-carb fillers or added sugars.
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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