Pečená Krkovička (bez prílohy, so šalátom)
Roasted Pork Neck (without Sides, with Salad)
Yes, with a tweak: request no potatoes (varené zemiaky, opekané zemiaky) or bread. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Slovak dishes.
What it is
Tender and flavorful roasted pork neck, a popular and naturally fatty cut in Slovak cuisine. The keto modification involves serving it without traditional starchy sides, accompanied instead by a fresh green salad or mixed non-starchy vegetables.
Key ingredients
Pork neck, salt, pepper, garlic, caraway seeds, lard/oil for roasting, mixed green salad (lettuce, cucumber, bell pepper) with olive oil and vinegar dressing.
How to make it keto
Request no potatoes (varené zemiaky, opekané zemiaky) or bread. Ask for a simple side salad with oil and vinegar, or plain steamed/roasted non-starchy vegetables.
Say this to the waiter (Slovak)
Pečená krkovička prosím bez zemiakov, knedle a chleba. Môžem k tomu zelený šalát alebo varenú brokolicu/fazuľky? Potvrďte, že nie sú použité sladké glazúry/marinády.
Pečená krkovička: no potatoes, knedľa, or bread. Side: simple green salad or steamed broccoli/green beans? Confirm no sugary glazes/marinades.
Watch out for
High-carb potato sides, sugary glazes or sauces, sweet salad dressings.
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.