Kepta kiaulienos liežuvio dešra
Roasted Pork Tongue Sausage
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Lithuanian dishes.
What it is
A traditional, rustic sausage made primarily from finely minced, pre-cooked pork tongue and savory pork fat. Seasoned with garlic, marjoram, salt, and pepper, then typically packed into natural casings and roasted until golden brown. It offers a firm texture and rich, distinctive flavor.
Key ingredients
Pork tongue, pork fat (or fatty bacon), fresh garlic, dried marjoram, salt, black pepper, natural sausage casing.
Optional tweaks
Crucially, ensure no breadcrumbs, flour, or other carbohydrate-based fillers are used in the sausage mixture. Served without bread or starchy sides.
Watch out for
Ensure no hidden fillers or sugars in the sausage mixture. Garlic contributes minimal 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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