Wirsinggemüse mit Speck
Braised Savoy Cabbage with Bacon
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 German dishes.
What it is
A hearty and flavorful German side dish featuring savoy cabbage braised until tender, often with bacon or smoked pork belly, and sometimes a touch of cream. A great naturally low-carb vegetable option.
Key ingredients
Savoy cabbage, bacon or smoked pork belly, onions, butter, vegetable broth, salt, pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no flour is used to thicken the sauce and no sugar is added to the dish. Confirm no potatoes are mixed in.
Say this to the waiter (German)
Zum Wirsinggemüse bitte kein Mehl und kein Zucker. Und bitte keine Kartoffeln beigemischt.
For the Wirsinggemüse, please ensure no flour or sugar is added. And no potatoes mixed in, please.
Watch out for
Flour thickeners, hidden sugars in broth or cream, sometimes served alongside high-carb dishes.
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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