Smażona Głowizna
Fried Pork Head Meat (Brawn)
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Polish dishes.
What it is
A traditional, rustic Polish dish consisting of tender pieces of pork head meat (rich in collagen and fat), seasoned and pan-fried until crispy. High in protein and fat.
Key ingredients
Pork head meat, onion (minimal), garlic, bay leaf, allspice, salt, pepper, lard/oil for frying.
Optional tweaks
Serve with a side of sour pickles or sauerkraut instead of bread or potatoes.
Say this to the waiter (Polish)
Smażona Głowizna proszę z ogórkami kiszonymi lub kapustą kiszoną zamiast pieczywa czy ziemniaków.
For the Smażona Głowizna, serve with sour pickles or sauerkraut instead of bread or potatoes.
Watch out for
This dish is inherently keto, but traditionally served with high-carb sides like bread or mashed potatoes.
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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