Schweinebraten mit Kruste und zuckerfreiem Rotkohl
Roast Pork with Crispy Skin and Sugar-Free Red Cabbage
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely no potato dumplings (Knödel), no bread. About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for German food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A classic German roast pork, slow-cooked to perfection, featuring a delicious crispy skin (Kruste) and tender, flavorful meat. Served with a side of braised red cabbage (Rotkohl) prepared without added sugar or apples, and a simple pan jus (not thickened).
Key ingredients
Pork roast (shoulder/belly), red cabbage, bacon/lard, onion, vinegar, bay leaves, juniper berries, salt, pepper, cooking oil/fat.
How to make it keto
Absolutely no potato dumplings (Knödel), no bread. Confirm no sugar or apples in the red cabbage; alternatively, request plain steamed green vegetables like broccoli or green beans. Ensure gravy is a natural pan jus (unthickened) or omitted.
Say this to the waiter (German)
Bitte keine Knödel und kein Brot. Ist der Rotkohl zucker- und apfelfrei? Falls nicht, bitte gedämpftes grünes Gemüse. Die Soße bitte nur als ungebundenen Jus.
No potato dumplings or bread. Is red cabbage sugar/apple free? If not, plain steamed green veg instead. Gravy as natural jus only, no thickening.
Watch out for
Gravy thickeners (starch/flour), hidden sugar in red cabbage, marinades.
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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