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Braised Pork Cheeks with Keto Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: ensure sauce is not thickened with flour or starch. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender pork cheeks slowly braised in a rich, savory red wine sauce with aromatic vegetables and herbs until fall-apart tender, served with a side of steamed broccoli or sautéed green beans.
Key ingredients
Pork cheeks, beef broth, red wine (trace carbs), onion, garlic, carrots (minimal), celery, fresh herbs (thyme, bay leaf), heavy cream (for sauce), butter, olive oil, broccoli/green beans.
How to make it keto
Ensure sauce is not thickened with flour or starch. Request keto-friendly green vegetables instead of traditional potato or root vegetable purées.
Watch out for
Hidden flour/starch in sauce, larger quantities of high-carb vegetables in braising liquid, sugary wine reductions.
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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