Keptas Fermentuotas Sūris su Spirgučiais
Pan-Fried Fermented Cheese with Pork Cracklings
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Hearty slices of aged, often pungent, Lithuanian fermented cheese (similar to a firm farmer's cheese or Džiugas style) pan-fried until golden and slightly crisp, then topped with savory pork cracklings (spirgučiai). A rich and satisfying dish, perfect as an appetizer or main.
Key ingredients
Fermented hard cheese, pork belly/fat (for cracklings), butter/oil (for frying cheese), salt (optional).
Optional tweaks
None needed. Ensure no breading on the cheese.
Watch out for
Breaded cheese; sometimes served with jam or other sweet accompaniments.
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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