Cūkgaļa želejā
Pork Aspic (Jellied Pork)
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Latvian dishes.
What it is
A traditional cold dish made from boiled pork meat, usually hocks or trotters, suspended in a savory gelatinous broth, seasoned with garlic, bay leaves, and black pepper. Served chilled as an appetizer.
Key ingredients
Pork meat (hocks, trotters, or shoulder), pork broth, natural gelatin from bones, garlic, bay leaves, black peppercorns, salt.
Optional tweaks
None needed. Ensure no hidden sugars in seasoning or broth (unlikely for this dish).
Say this to the waiter (Latvian)
Vai Cūkgaļa želejā garšvielās vai buljonā nav pievienots cukurs?
Is there any hidden sugar in the seasoning or broth for the Cūkgaļa želejā?
Watch out for
Very low. Potential for trace carbs from seasonings if not pure.
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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