Schweinshaxe mit Keto Beilagen
Crispy Pork Hock with Keto Sides
Yes, with a tweak: strictly omit all potato-based sides (Knödel, Kartoffeln). About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 German dishes.
What it is
A traditional Bavarian dish featuring a large, slow-roasted or boiled then grilled pork knuckle with incredibly crispy skin and tender meat. Served with keto-friendly vegetables instead of traditional potato dumplings.
Key ingredients
Pork hock, seasoning, cooking fat, side vegetables (e.g., green beans, broccoli).
How to make it keto
Strictly omit all potato-based sides (Knödel, Kartoffeln). Request green vegetables cooked simply (e.g., steamed with butter). Confirm no flour or sugar in any accompanying sauce or gravy.
Say this to the waiter (German)
Zur Schweinshaxe bitte alle Kartoffel-Beilagen weglassen. Gerne einfach gedämpftes grünes Gemüse mit Butter. Bitte bestätigen, dass die Sauce zucker- und mehlfrei ist.
For the Schweinshaxe, please omit all potato-based sides. I'd like simple green vegetables, steamed with butter. Confirm no flour or sugar in any sauce or gravy.
Watch out for
Traditional potato dumplings (Knödel) or mashed potatoes. Some restaurant gravies might contain flour thickeners or added sugars.
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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