Għanq tal-Majjal Imtektek
Braised Pork Hock/Knuckle
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Maltese dishes.
What it is
Slow-braised pork hock or knuckle, cooked until incredibly tender and falling off the bone, with gelatinous skin and a rich, savory broth. Often prepared simply with garlic, herbs, and a splash of wine.
Key ingredients
Pork hock/knuckle, extra virgin olive oil, fresh garlic, bay leaf, fresh rosemary, chicken or vegetable broth, dry white wine (optional), sea salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
N/A. Ensure no sugary glazes are applied and confirm no starchy thickeners are used for the braising liquid. Request without potato accompaniments.
Say this to the waiter (Maltese)
Għanq tal-Majjal Imtektek: mingħajr glazes biz-zokkor, mingħajr sustanzi li jħaxxnu bil-lamtu, u mingħajr akkumpanjament tal-patata.
Għanq tal-Majjal Imtektek: no sugary glazes, no starchy thickeners, and no potato accompaniments, please.
Watch out for
Potential for sugary glazes during the braising process. Starchy side dishes like potatoes are common; ensure these are omitted.
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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