Boerewors
Farmer's Sausage
Yes, with a tweak: confirm that the boerewors contains no breadcrumbs or starch fillers (some commercial brands do). About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A traditional South African coiled sausage, typically made from beef, sometimes mixed with pork or lamb, and spiced with coriander, cloves, and nutmeg. Often grilled or pan-fried.
Key ingredients
Ground beef (sometimes mixed with pork/lamb), various spices (coriander, cloves, nutmeg, allspice), vinegar, salt, pepper, natural casing, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
CRITICAL: Confirm that the boerewors contains no breadcrumbs or starch fillers (some commercial brands do). Request no sugary basting sauces or accompanying tomato relish. Substitute traditional high-carb sides (pap, rolls) with green vegetables or a side salad (oil and vinegar dressing).
Watch out for
Breadcrumbs or starch fillers in some boerewors brands, sugary basting, tomato relish (contains sugar), high-carb side dishes.
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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