Xirini Tigania
Pork Bites Sautéed with Herbs and Lemon
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Greek dishes.
What it is
A popular Greek meze (appetizer) featuring tender cubes of pork, pan-fried to perfection with a generous amount of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and aromatic herbs like oregano and thyme. Rich in flavor and satisfying.
Key ingredients
Pork shoulder/belly, extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, fresh thyme (optional), salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no potatoes or bread are included or served on the side. Request plain pork with lemon and herbs.
Say this to the waiter (Greek)
Για τη Χοιρινή Τηγανιά, παρακαλώ χωρίς πατάτες ή ψωμί. Σκέτο χοιρινό με λεμόνι και μυρωδικά.
For the Xirini Tigania, please no potatoes or bread with it. Just plain pork with lemon and herbs.
Watch out for
Occasionally served with potatoes or rice on the side in some establishments. Confirm no hidden sugars in seasoning mixes.
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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