Schweinshaxe mit Sauerkraut
Roasted Pork Knuckle with Sauerkraut
Yes, with a tweak: request no potato dumplings (Knödel) or bread. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 German dishes.
What it is
A robust dish of a whole roasted pork knuckle, renowned for its tender meat and exceptionally crispy skin, served with tart sauerkraut. Traditional potato dumplings or bread must be omitted.
Key ingredients
Pork knuckle, salt, pepper, spices, sauerkraut (fermented cabbage, salt).
How to make it keto
Request no potato dumplings (Knödel) or bread. Confirm sauerkraut is not sweetened. Ask for a side salad or steamed low-carb vegetables instead of potato sides.
Say this to the waiter (German)
Die Schweinshaxe bitte ohne Knödel oder Brot. Ist der Sauerkraut ungesüßt? Ich hätte gerne einen Beilagensalat oder gedämpftes Low-Carb Gemüse statt Kartoffeln.
Schweinshaxe without Knödel or bread, please. Is the sauerkraut unsweetened? I'd like a side salad or steamed low-carb vegetables instead of potatoes.
Watch out for
Sauerkraut (sometimes sweetened), marinades for pork (sugar, honey, or beer in some preparations).
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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