Kiszona Kapusta
Sauerkraut
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Polish dishes.
What it is
Fermented shredded white cabbage, a staple in Polish cuisine. Often served cold as a simple salad or warm as a side dish, seasoned lightly.
Key ingredients
Fermented white cabbage, sometimes a minimal amount of onion, oil, salt, pepper.
Optional tweaks
If served warm, ensure no sugar is added (some restaurants might sweeten it to balance acidity). Confirm no flour or caraway seeds (negligible carbs, but worth noting if strict).
Say this to the waiter (Polish)
Jeśli kapusta jest na ciepło, proszę bez cukru. Również bez mąki i kminku.
If served warm, please ensure no sugar is added. Also, no flour or caraway seeds.
Watch out for
Added sugar, especially in warm preparations. Occasionally mixed with higher-carb vegetables. Served with bread.
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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