Tsigarida
Crispy Fried Pork Fat/Cracklings
Yes, keto as served. Almost no net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Greek dishes.
What it is
A rustic, traditional Greek dish made by rendering and frying pieces of pork fat and skin until they are exquisitely crispy and golden brown. A very rich and savory delicacy, typically seasoned simply with salt.
Key ingredients
Pork fat and skin, salt.
Optional tweaks
None needed, inherently keto. Request without any bread often served alongside as a meze.
Say this to the waiter (Greek)
Τσιγαρίδα, παρακαλώ χωρίς ψωμί.
Please serve the Tsigarida without any bread.
Watch out for
None, unless served with bread (which it often is as a meze).
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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