Pečené bravčové mäso so Dusenou Kapustou
Roasted Pork with Braised Sauerkraut/Cabbage
Yes, with a tweak: request no potatoes, bread dumplings, or other high-carb starchy sides. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Slovak food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender, slow-roasted pork (often pork shoulder or belly) seasoned with salt, pepper, and caraway, served with a generous side of traditional braised sauerkraut (kyslá kapusta) or fresh cabbage (sladká kapusta).
Key ingredients
Pork roast (shoulder/belly), salt, pepper, caraway seeds, garlic, lard/oil. Braised cabbage: cabbage/sauerkraut, onions, bacon, duck fat/lard, caraway seeds.
How to make it keto
Request no potatoes, bread dumplings, or other high-carb starchy sides. Specifically ask for braised cabbage or sauerkraut as the only accompaniment.
Say this to the waiter (Slovak)
Bez zemiakov, knedlí a iných príloh, prosím. Len dusená kapusta ako príloha.
No potatoes, bread dumplings, or starchy sides, please. Just braised cabbage as accompaniment.
Watch out for
Sugar is often added to braised fresh cabbage (sladká kapusta) for sweetness. Potential flour thickeners may be used in the pan drippings or accompanying sauce.
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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