Ciolan Afumat
Smoked Pork Hock
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request to serve *only* the smoked pork hock, without the traditional fasole (bean stew) or other starchy sides. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Romanian dishes.
What it is
A robust dish featuring a large, tender smoked pork hock, slow-cooked until falling off the bone. Traditionally served with a keto-friendly vegetable stew.
Key ingredients
Smoked pork hock, water, bay leaf, garlic, peppercorns.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request to serve *only* the smoked pork hock, without the traditional fasole (bean stew) or other starchy sides. Confirm no sugary glaze.
Say this to the waiter (Romanian)
La Ciolan Afumat, vă rog să fie servit doar ciolanul, fără fasole sau alte garnituri amidonoase. Fără glazură cu zahăr.
For Ciolan Afumat, please serve only the smoked hock, no fasole or other starchy sides. And no sugary glaze, please.
Watch out for
Traditional accompaniment of beans (omitted), sugary glazes (possible), braising liquid might contain high-carb vegetables or a touch of sugar.
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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