Varkkrakeling
Crispy Pork Crackling
Yes, keto as served. Almost no net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 South African dishes.
What it is
Crispy deep-fried pork skin, a popular savoury snack in South Africa. Naturally high in fat and protein with zero carbohydrates, often seasoned simply with salt.
Key ingredients
Pork skin, salt, cooking oil (e.g., lard, sunflower oil).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugar is used in any seasoning or flavouring. Confirm it is plain pork skin, not pork belly.
Watch out for
Some commercial or restaurant-prepared crackling might have added sugar in seasoning mixes or glazes. Verify plain preparation.
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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