Kiaulienos spirgučių užtepėlė su česnaku ir žolelėmis
Pork Crackling Spread with Garlic and Herbs
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no added flour or starches as thickeners (unlikely for this dish, but always check). About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Lithuanian dishes.
What it is
A rustic, intensely flavorful spread made from rendered pork fat with crispy cracklings, mashed into a paste with fresh garlic and various herbs like marjoram or dill. Best served with keto-friendly vegetables or on its own.
Key ingredients
Pork fat (lašiniai), pork cracklings (spirgučiai), garlic, fresh marjoram or dill, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no added flour or starches as thickeners (unlikely for this dish, but always check). Request without bread.
Watch out for
Traditionally served with dark rye bread.
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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