Tlačenka so Cibuľou a Octom
Head Cheese with Sliced Onion and Vinegar
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Slovak dishes.
What it is
A traditional Slovak cold cut (head cheese), made from various cuts of pork, typically pig's head and trotters, seasoned and set in its own natural gelatin. Served sliced, usually with fresh raw onion and vinegar.
Key ingredients
Pork meat (head, trotters, tongue), pork skin, broth, salt, pepper, garlic, spices. Garnish: Raw red onion, vinegar (white wine or apple cider).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no bread or high-carb condiments are served alongside.
Say this to the waiter (Slovak)
Poprosím Tlačenku bez chleba a sacharidových dochucovadiel.
Please serve Tlačenka without bread or high-carb condiments.
Watch out for
Often served with bread as an appetizer. Some commercial versions might have fillers, though traditional is pure meat/gelatin.
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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