Чварки
Pork Cracklings (Cvarki)
Yes, keto as served. Almost no net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Macedonian dishes.
What it is
Crispy, rendered pieces of pork fat, often with some lean meat attached, seasoned with salt. A traditional Macedonian appetizer, rich in fat and protein.
Key ingredients
Pork fat, lean pork meat, salt
Optional tweaks
None needed. Ensure no added starches or sugars, which is standard for authentic preparation.
Say this to the waiter (Macedonian)
Без додаден скроб или шеќер, ве молам.
Please ensure no added starches or sugars.
Watch out for
Minimal, ensure no breading or starchy additions if prepared commercially (unlikely for traditional čvarki).
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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