Speķis ar ķiplokiem un garšvielām
Smoked Bacon with Garlic and Spices
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Latvian dishes.
What it is
Thick-cut, cold-smoked bacon (pork belly), often cured and flavored with salt, generous amounts of garlic, and a blend of traditional spices. Served thinly sliced as a flavorful appetizer or snack.
Key ingredients
Smoked bacon (pork belly), garlic, salt, black pepper, bay leaf, other traditional spices.
Optional tweaks
None needed. Ensure no sugar is used in the curing process (less common for traditional speķis, but always worth confirming).
Say this to the waiter (Latvian)
Lūdzu, apstipriniet, ka Speķis ar ķiplokiem un garšvielām sālīšanas procesā nav izmantots cukurs.
Could you confirm no sugar is used in curing the Speķis ar ķiplokiem un garšvielām?
Watch out for
Trace amounts from spices if not pure. Very low risk of hidden carbs.
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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