Schweinshaxe (Crispy Pork Knuckle with Keto Sides)
Crispy Pork Knuckle with Keto Sides
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request 'ohne Kartoffeln oder Klöße' (without potatoes or dumplings). About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A large, slow-roasted or braised pork knuckle with incredibly crispy skin and tender meat. Served with traditional German mustard and a side of sugar-free sauerkraut and/or green beans, explicitly omitting potato dumplings or mashed potatoes.
Key ingredients
Pork knuckle, salt, pepper, caraway seeds, garlic, olive oil, sauerkraut (sugar-free), green beans, mustard.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request 'ohne Kartoffeln oder Klöße' (without potatoes or dumplings). Ask for 'zuckerfreies Sauerkraut' (sugar-free sauerkraut) or opt for simple steamed green beans. Confirm no sugar in mustard.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in sauerkraut, mustard, or gravies/sauces. Gravy itself might be flour-thickened.
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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