Caltaboș (Keto)
Keto Liver Sausage
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no rice or breadcrumbs are used; confirm with the restaurant that any fillers are keto-compliant (e.g., cauliflower rice). About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Romanian dishes.
What it is
A traditional Romanian sausage made from pork liver, other organs, and spices, usually simmered or lightly fried. The keto version ensures no rice or other high-carb fillers are used.
Key ingredients
Pork liver, pork meat/fat, onions, spices (pepper, allspice, bay leaf), optional finely chopped cauliflower for texture.
How to make it keto
Ensure no rice or breadcrumbs are used; confirm with the restaurant that any fillers are keto-compliant (e.g., cauliflower rice).
Say this to the waiter (Romanian)
Pentru Caltaboș, vă rog să-mi confirmați că nu conține orez sau pesmet și că orice umplutură este keto.
For the Caltaboș, please confirm it's made without rice or breadcrumbs, and any fillers are keto-compliant.
Watch out for
Traditional version contains rice. Hidden flour or breadcrumbs for binding. Onions contribute minor carbs.
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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