Svinjski Paprikaš (Keto Verzija)
Pork Paprika Goulash (Keto Version)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure absolutely no flour or starch is used as a thickener. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Slovenian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rich and flavorful stew featuring tender pieces of pork slow-cooked with a generous amount of sweet paprika, onions, and often finished with a dollop of sour cream, made without thickeners.
Key ingredients
Pork (shoulder or leg), onions, garlic, sweet paprika powder, caraway seeds, broth, tomato paste (small amount), sour cream, cooking oil/lard, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure absolutely no flour or starch is used as a thickener. Request no traditional high-carb side dishes (e.g., noodles, dumplings, potatoes). If desired, ask for extra sour cream on the side. Confirm no added sugar in paprika paste.
Say this to the waiter (Slovenian)
Svinjski Paprikaš: Prosim brez moke ali škroba za zgoščevanje. Brez rezancev, cmokov ali krompirja. Je paprika brez dodanega sladkorja? Lahko dobim dodatno kislo smetano?
Svinjski Paprikaš: Please use no flour/starch to thicken. No noodles, dumplings, or potatoes. Confirm no added sugar. Extra sour cream on the side, please?
Watch out for
Traditional recipes often use flour or roux for thickening. Hidden sugars in paprika paste or processed tomato products. High-carb side dishes are a standard accompaniment.
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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