Huspenina / Kočonina
Pork Jelly / Aspic
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Slovak dishes.
What it is
A traditional chilled dish made from slow-cooked pork trotters, skin, and lean meat, simmered until the natural collagen creates a savory, gelatinous broth that sets into a firm jelly, often seasoned with garlic and vinegar.
Key ingredients
Pork trotters, pork hock/meat, onions, garlic, bay leaf, black pepper, vinegar, salt, water.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no added potatoes or large quantities of high-carb vegetables beyond minimal aromatics. Confirm no hidden sugars or binders.
Watch out for
Occasional small amounts of root vegetables (e.g., carrots) used for flavor, which can be easily avoided or minimized. Very rarely, some recipes might include 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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