Maiale alla Romana
Roman-Style Pork (Braised with White Wine and Herbs)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no flour or starch is used to thicken the sauce. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender cuts of pork (often shoulder or loin) braised slowly with white wine, garlic, fresh sage, and other aromatic herbs until fall-apart tender, served in its rich, savory pan sauce. A classic Roman preparation focusing on deep flavors.
Key ingredients
Pork shoulder/loin, olive oil, garlic, fresh sage, dry white wine, chicken/vegetable broth, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Confirm no flour or starch is used to thicken the sauce. Ensure no added sugar in the sauce or marinade. Request a low-carb vegetable side instead of traditional potatoes or polenta.
Say this to the waiter (Italian)
Per il Maiale alla Romana, niente farina, amido o zuccheri aggiunti nella salsa o marinatura. Posso avere un contorno di verdure low-carb?
For the Maiale alla Romana, no flour, starch, or added sugar in the sauce or marinade. Can I have a low-carb vegetable side?
Watch out for
Flour/starch thickeners in the sauce, sugary wines or added sugar in the braising liquid, high-carb side dishes (potatoes, polenta, bread).
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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