Пача
Pacha (Pork Trotter Soup)
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Macedonian dishes.
What it is
A traditional, rich, and highly gelatinous soup made from slow-cooked pork trotters and sometimes other parts like head or hock. Simmered to perfection with garlic, vinegar, and often a hint of paprika, resulting in a savory and incredibly hearty broth. A classic winter warmer.
Key ingredients
Pork trotters/hock, water, garlic, vinegar, salt, black pepper, paprika (optional).
Optional tweaks
Naturally keto. Ensure no bread or high-carb thickeners are added, and serve without bread on the side.
Say this to the waiter (Macedonian)
Ве молам, да нема леб или згуснувачи со многу јаглехидрати, и послужете без леб како прилог.
Please ensure no bread or high-carb thickeners are added, and serve without bread on the side.
Watch out for
Sometimes served with bread on the side, which must be omitted. Ensure no flour or starchy thickeners are used in the broth.
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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