Kassler
Smoked Pork Loin Chop with Sauerkraut (No Potatoes or Red Cabbage)
Yes, with a tweak: omit all potato side dishes (mashed potatoes, roasted potatoes, potato salad) and any sweetened red cabbage. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A thick cut of lightly smoked and cured pork loin, pan-fried or roasted, served alongside a generous portion of tangy sauerkraut. Traditional sweet sides like mashed potatoes or sweetened red cabbage are strictly omitted for a keto approach.
Key ingredients
Smoked pork loin, cooking oil/butter, salt, pepper, sauerkraut (cabbage, salt, water).
How to make it keto
Omit all potato side dishes (mashed potatoes, roasted potatoes, potato salad) and any sweetened red cabbage. Request extra sauerkraut or a side green salad (with oil/vinegar dressing).
Say this to the waiter (German)
Das Kassler bitte ohne Kartoffelbeilagen und ohne gezuckerten Rotkohl. Dafür extra Sauerkraut oder einen grünen Salat mit Essig-Öl-Dressing.
Kassler, please, without any potato sides or sweetened red cabbage. Can I have extra sauerkraut or a green salad with oil and vinegar dressing?
Watch out for
Sweetened red cabbage is very common and a significant carb source. The curing process for Kassler can involve small amounts of sugar, but usually negligible. Sauerkraut can occasionally be sweetened by some establishments.
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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