Cinghiale in Umido
Braised Wild Boar Stew (without Polenta/Starches)
Yes, with a tweak: request NO polenta, pasta, or potatoes as an accompaniment. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Italian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A traditional, robust Tuscan stew featuring tender wild boar meat slow-cooked in a rich and aromatic sauce, typically made with red wine, minimal crushed tomatoes (for keto), herbs like rosemary and bay leaf, and a small amount of mirepoix vegetables (onion, celery, carrot).
Key ingredients
Wild boar meat, red wine (e.g., Chianti), minimal crushed tomatoes (optional), onion, celery, carrot (minimal), garlic, rosemary, bay leaf, olive oil, beef broth, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request NO polenta, pasta, or potatoes as an accompaniment. Ask for minimal amounts of carrots and celery to reduce carb count. Confirm no added sugar in the tomato base and ensure the sauce is not thickened with flour.
Say this to the waiter (Italian)
Per il Cinghiale in Umido, si prega di non servire polenta, pasta o patate. Carote e sedano minimi, senza zuccheri aggiunti nel sugo e senza farina.
For the Cinghiale in Umido, please no polenta, pasta, or potatoes. Minimal carrots/celery, no added sugar in sauce, and no flour thickener.
Watch out for
Traditionally served with polenta or pasta. The tomato base can contain added sugar, and the natural sugars from tomatoes, onions, carrots, and red wine reduction can accumulate. Sauce might be thickened with flour or other starches.
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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