Lėtai troškinta kiaulienos karka su miško grybais ir grietine
Slow-Braised Pork Hock with Forest Mushrooms and Cream
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no flour or starch is used to thicken the sauce. About 7g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Lithuanian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A tender pork hock, slow-braised until falling off the bone, served with a rich sauce made from sautéed forest mushrooms and luscious heavy cream. This hearty dish embodies traditional Lithuanian comfort food, focusing on rich textures and deep umami flavours.
Key ingredients
Pork hock (karka), forest mushrooms (e.g., porcini, chanterelles), heavy cream, onion, garlic, lard or butter, broth, bay leaf, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Confirm no flour or starch is used to thicken the sauce. Ensure no carby vegetables (like potatoes, carrots, root celery) are included in the braise.
Watch out for
Flour or starch used to thicken the sauce, inclusion of high-carb vegetables in the braising liquid, commercial broths with added sugars.
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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