Sauerkraut mit Kassler und Bratwurst
Sauerkraut with Smoked Pork and Bratwurst
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 German dishes.
What it is
A hearty German classic featuring naturally fermented cabbage (sauerkraut) braised with smoked pork (Kassler) and often served alongside grilled Bratwurst sausages. This dish is inherently low-carb.
Key ingredients
Sauerkraut, smoked pork loin (Kassler), pork sausages (Bratwurst), bacon or pork fat, onions, juniper berries, bay leaf, salt, pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no potatoes are added to the sauerkraut (some regional variations might, but it's uncommon for basic Sauerkraut). Confirm sausages are binder-free (most traditional Bratwurst are). Skip any bread rolls.
Say this to the waiter (German)
Zum Sauerkraut mit Kassler und Bratwurst bitte keine Kartoffeln im Kraut und kein Brot. Sind die Würste ohne Bindemittel?
For the Sauerkraut with Kassler and Bratwurst, please no potatoes in the sauerkraut, and no bread roll. Are the sausages binder-free?
Watch out for
Some commercial sauerkraut might have added sugar (rare in restaurants), binder in sausages (less common for traditional Bratwurst), hidden sugars in seasoning blends, bread rolls.
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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