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Stewed Cabbage with Bacon
Yes, with a tweak: request minimal onion and absolutely no sugar. About 15g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for South African food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A traditional South African side dish, often served as a hearty vegetable accompaniment or light meal. Finely sliced cabbage is stewed slowly with generous amounts of bacon (pork belly rashers), onions, and fat until tender. For keto, ensure minimal onion and no added sugar.
Key ingredients
Cabbage, streaky bacon, onion, butter/cooking fat, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Request minimal onion and absolutely no sugar. Confirm no potatoes are added, as sometimes is traditional.
Watch out for
High onion content, hidden sugars in bacon curing, addition of potatoes in some traditional preparations.
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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