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Braised Pork Cheeks with Keto Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no flour or cornstarch is used to thicken the sauce. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender pork cheeks slow-braised until meltingly soft, often in a rich, savory broth with aromatic vegetables like onions, carrots, and celery, potentially with a splash of wine. This dish is usually served with potato mash or polenta in a restaurant.
Key ingredients
Pork cheeks, olive oil/lard, onions, garlic, carrots, celery, bay leaf, thyme, red wine (optional, small amount cooks off), beef or chicken broth, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no flour or cornstarch is used to thicken the sauce. Request no potato mash, polenta, or bread. Ask for a side of non-starchy vegetables. Small amounts of carrots/celery cooked in the sauce are generally fine for keto, but avoid large quantities if served as a side.
Say this to the waiter (Maltese)
Jekk jogħġbok, aċċerta ruħek li m'hemmx dqiq jew lamtu fiz-zalza. Mingħajr purè tal-patata, polenta jew ħobż. Nista' nieħu ħaxix ieħor bħala kontorn?
Please ensure no flour or cornstarch in the sauce. No potato mash, polenta, or bread. Can I have a side of non-starchy vegetables?
Watch out for
Flour/cornstarch thickeners in sauce, root vegetables (carrots, parsnips, potatoes) if served in large quantities, sugary additions to braising liquid, carby side dishes.
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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