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Slow-Roasted Pork Belly with Creamed Cabbage
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sugary rubs, glazes, or fruit-based sauces (e.g., apple sauce) are used with the pork; confirm creamed cabbage is prepared without flour thickeners or added… About 9g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for South African food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender, succulent pork belly, slow-roasted to perfection, allowing its rich flavors to develop. Served alongside a generous portion of creamy cabbage, sautéed until soft and blended with heavy cream and appropriate seasoning.
Key ingredients
Pork belly, salt, black pepper, garlic, thyme, olive oil, cabbage, heavy cream, butter, nutmeg (optional).
How to make it keto
Ensure no sugary rubs, glazes, or fruit-based sauces (e.g., apple sauce) are used with the pork; confirm creamed cabbage is prepared without flour thickeners or added sugar; no high-carb sides such as potatoes or rice.
Watch out for
Sugary glazes/sauces for pork belly are very common, flour/cornstarch as thickeners in creamed cabbage, high-carb sides are default.
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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