Pate de Ficat de Porc (Fără Pâine)
Pork Liver Pate (Keto, No Bread)
Yes, with a tweak: request no bread or crackers. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Romanian dishes.
What it is
A rich and creamy Romanian spread made from pork liver, often blended with caramelized onions, butter or lard, and various spices. Served traditionally with bread, but easily enjoyed on its own or with keto crackers/vegetables.
Key ingredients
Pork liver, onions, butter/lard, salt, pepper, bay leaf, thyme, often a splash of brandy or wine.
How to make it keto
Request no bread or crackers. Confirm no sugar or flour is added during preparation. Ask for extra fat if desired.
Say this to the waiter (Romanian)
Pentru Pate de Ficat, vă rog fără pâine sau biscuiți. Confirmați fără zahăr sau făină adăugate la preparare. Aș dori un pic de grăsime în plus.
For the Pate de Ficat, please no bread or crackers. Confirm no sugar or flour added during preparation. Extra fat is welcome.
Watch out for
Served with bread or crackers, hidden sugars in some commercial pates, excessive cooked onion (though usually negligible), flour as thickener.
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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