Cotechino (Senza Lenticchie)
Boiled Cotechino Sausage (No Lentils)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure it is served without lentils or any other high-carb accompaniments like polenta. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Italian dishes.
What it is
A traditional, large, slow-cooked Italian pork sausage known for its rich, fatty texture. Typically served sliced, without its traditional accompaniment of lentils.
Key ingredients
Cotechino sausage (pork, pork fat, pork rind, spices), water for boiling.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure it is served without lentils or any other high-carb accompaniments like polenta. Ask for a simple green salad or steamed low-carb vegetables instead.
Say this to the waiter (Italian)
Per favore, senza lenticchie, polenta o altri contorni ricchi di carboidrati. Vorrei un'insalata verde semplice o verdure cotte a vapore.
Please serve without lentils, polenta, or other high-carb sides. I'd like a simple green salad or steamed low-carb vegetables.
Watch out for
Often served with lentils which are high carb. Some commercial Cotechino might contain minimal binders (e.g., starch) but generally low.
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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