Schweinshaxe mit Ungesüßtem Sauerkraut
Crispy Pork Knuckle with Unsweetened Sauerkraut
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely omit potato dumplings (Knödel). About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 German dishes.
What it is
A massive, slow-roasted pork knuckle with incredibly crispy skin and tender, juicy meat. A rich, hearty dish.
Key ingredients
Pork knuckle, salt, pepper, caraway seeds, garlic, onion, vegetable broth, oil/lard for roasting.
How to make it keto
Absolutely omit potato dumplings (Knödel). Request unsweetened sauerkraut or a plain green vegetable. Confirm no sugar in the sauerkraut preparation.
Say this to the waiter (German)
Bitte ohne Knödel. Gerne stattdessen ungesüßtes Sauerkraut oder grünes Gemüse. Ist das Sauerkraut sicher ohne Zucker?
Please omit the Knödel. I'd like plain green vegetables instead. Is the sauerkraut definitely unsweetened?
Watch out for
Potato dumplings are a standard side. Sauerkraut can often be sweetened in restaurants.
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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