Cūkas ausis ar ķiplokiem un garšvielām
Boiled/Smoked Pig's Ears with Garlic and Spices
Yes, keto as served. About 1.5g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Latvian dishes.
What it is
Chewy and collagen-rich pig's ears, slow-cooked until tender, then seasoned with garlic and a blend of traditional Latvian spices. Can be served warm or cold.
Key ingredients
Pig's ears, garlic, bay leaves, black peppercorns, salt, caraway seeds, apple cider vinegar (for boiling).
Optional tweaks
Served without any bread or carby dipping sauces. Ensure no sugar in any marinades if applicable.
Say this to the waiter (Latvian)
Lūdzu, pasniedziet cūkas ausis bez maizes vai ogļhidrātiem bagātām mērcēm. Un marinādēs, lūdzu, bez cukura.
Please serve the pork ears without any bread or carby dipping sauces. No sugar in marinades, please.
Watch out for
None, as long as no added sugar in preparation or served with high-carb sides.
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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