Bravčové mäso so slaninou a kyslou kapustou
Pork with Bacon and Sauerkraut
Yes, keto as served. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Slovak food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty Slovak dish featuring tender pork pieces (often shoulder or belly), cooked or pan-fried with crispy bacon and tangy, fermented sauerkraut. Naturally low-carb and rich in flavor.
Key ingredients
Pork shoulder/belly, bacon, sauerkraut, onion, lard or cooking oil, paprika, salt, pepper.
Optional tweaks
Confirm sauerkraut is not sweetened with sugar (most authentic versions are not); ensure no starchy sides are added.
Say this to the waiter (Slovak)
Poprosím Bravčové mäso so slaninou a kyslou kapustou. Môžete potvrdiť, že kapusta nie je sladená a je bez zemiakov? A je omáčka bez múky?
For the Bravčové mäso so slaninou a kyslou kapustou, please confirm the sauerkraut is unsweetened and has no potatoes. And no flour in the sauce.
Watch out for
Potential sugar in commercially prepared sauerkraut, occasional flour thickening if it's a stewed version, sometimes served with bread by default.
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.